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 fieldwork 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.