About the Author: 

Dr. Hitoca H Sumi, MA Philosophy (NEHU), Phd (GU), is the son of Mr. N Hozheto Achumi. He is married with four children. He was serving as Principal of Asian Arts College, Sovima, Dimapur before venturing into publishing business.

His area of interest is Naga traditional belief system and Naga history. He wants to do original research and publish books in Naga history. He also wants to give platform and promote emerging Naga authors. For which he started his own company called DPC (Dimapur Publishing Company).

About the book:

In this book, the importance og historical background of Nagas in general and the Sumi Naga in particular is shown. Beliefs and practices play an important part in making the Naga life complete and they are also associated with all their activities. Namely, 'Genas' are observed during hunting, fishing, disposing of dead bodies, divorce etc. Nagas have a strong conception of human soul and the existence of 'village of the dead' form the foundation of their moral codes. 

Published by Dimapur Publishing Company