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Hilda Kuper

South African anthropologist (1911-1992) · Eswatini · Academics · Died at 80

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Hilda Beemer Kuper was a social anthropologist most notable for her extensive work on Swazi culture. She started studying the Swazi culture and associating with the Swaziland's royal family after she was awarded with a grant by the International African Institute of London.

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Awards

Guggenheim Fellowship1969

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Spouse: Leo Kuper

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Hilda Beemer Kuper was a social anthropologist most notable for her extensive work on Swazi culture. She started studying the Swazi culture and associating with the Swaziland's royal family after she was awarded with a grant by the International African Institute of London. She studied and illustrated Swazi traditions embodied in the political vision of King Sobhuza II, who later became a close friend. King Sobhuza II personally awarded Kuper with Swazi citizenship in 1970.

Country
Eswatini
Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1911 to 1992 · aged 80

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