Consuming Grief

This book offers an in-depth ethnographic account of the Wari' Indians' funeral practices, focusing on their tradition of funerary cannibalism as a means of expressing compassion and honoring the deceased. Drawing on elders' recollections, it explores Wari' concepts of personhood, memory, and emotion, challenging common perceptions of cannibalism by highlighting its cultural significance. The narrative provides a nuanced understanding of how these practices helped the community accept loss and continue with their lives.