Between Rivers and Rituals : Elio : 9798868975592 : 01 Dec 2023 : Nestled along the southwestern shore of the Arafura Sea in South Papua, Indonesia, the Asmat people stand as a unique cultural entity within the vast tapestry of New Guinean ethnicity. Spanning an expansive 18,000 square kilometers, their homeland encompasses diverse ecosystems, from mangroves to lowland rainforests, all sheltered within the revered confines of the Lorentz National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For the Asmat, their connection to this land is not mere geography; it forms the very essence of their cultural and spiritual identity. Numbering around 110,000 individuals, each Asmat person carries a legacy intricately woven into the customs of their native land. The term "Asmat" not only denotes the people but also embodies the sacred lands they inhabit, symbolizing a harmonious union between humanity and the natural world. Renowned globally for their exceptional wood carving skills, the Asmat people hav