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Montaigne, "Of Cannibals" Notes Last document update:   ago

Montaigne's essay, "Of Cannibals," explores the cultural differences between European societies and the native Brazilians from his perspective. He advocates for a more tolerant and open-minded approach to understanding other cultures, emphasizing the relativity of customs and practices. Montaigne's upbringing in a diverse environment, exposed to various religions and ethnicities, likely influenced his receptive attitude towards the Brazilian natives. In contrast to the prevailing European at...