PIGNÈDE, Bernard. 16.3.1932 — 21.11.1961, when 29. French Anthropologist of Nepal. Studies in Paris (É.P.H.É.), under L. Dumont, in 1958 seven months fieldwork among Gurungs in Nepal. Died in an accident before his only book appeared. In a review Fürer-Haimendorf praises its scholarly approach, although he conducted his fieldwork before formal training in anthropology. He also recorded local music.
Publications: Les Gurungs: Une Population himalayenne du Nepal. 414 p. ill. Monde Outre-Mer passé et présent 3:21. P. 1966 (edited by L. Dumont), English translation Kathmandu 1993.
Sources: Life dates in data.bnf.fr; stray notes in Internet.
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