Study Task 3- Close Reading

I have chosen my own source as it is a way more relevant use of my time.

magic figures in central central Africa- John Mack.

what concept is the author trying to communicate?

it is mostly describing different types of Fetsih object and the reasoning for things- like the reasoning for placing nails though statues, or the semblance of having a dog relic to symbolise home and family but also connection to the afterworld and the dead with their sense of smell.

what are the key quotes/ key points?
'at night ceremonies intended to promote fertility and associated with phases of the moon,...women...cover their heads to avoid the moonlight shining directly on them.
have identified two stereotyped kinds of object with two different cultures, in practice oil or rubbed objects and accumulative or assembled sculpture are found in both.

what examples are used by the author?
imagery of power figures and kings, charm gowns and priests.

Does the author reference any theorists?
he mostly references statues that are in museums and cites images.