比尔·舒特: 食人简史

食人简史

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十五世纪的欧洲人相信他们偶然发现了一种神奇药粉，可以治疗癫痫、出血、挫伤、呕吐，几乎包治百病。这是一种棕色粉末 “mumia”，由干人肉磨碎制成。所以，人类相食现象有多常见呢？文化和食人的关系如何？比尔·舒特探索了漫长而复杂的食人历史。

课程讲解：比尔·舒特，动画制作：巴萨。

Cannibalism is far more complex than its gruesome reputation suggests, with deep roots in medical, social, and survival practices across cultures. In 15th century Europe, powdered mummified flesh called mumia was widely consumed as a cure-all, even listed in medical encyclopedias into the 20th century. From Chinese filial rituals to funerary feasts in New Guinea, eating human flesh has often carried meaning beyond desperation or violence. The word 'cannibal' itself started as colonial propaganda, but the true history reveals a tapestry of beliefs and needs.