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Argonauts Of The Western Pacific - An Account of Native Enterprise and Adventure in the Archipelagoes of Melanesian New Guinea - With 5 maps, 65 Illustrations and 2 Figures

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The book offers an immersive exploration of native life in Melanesian New Guinea, drawing from the author's firsthand experiences with the locals. It features detailed accounts of their daily activities, cultural practices, and the Kula exchange system, supported by maps and illustrations. Key chapters delve into the region's inhabitants, canoe construction, and ceremonial traditions. This comprehensive study serves as a valuable resource for anthropology enthusiasts and enriches personal collections, now enhanced with a new introductory biography of the author.

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Langue
Anglais
Publié
2007
Format
souple
Pages
988
ISBN13
9781406752564
Séries
Titre original
Argonauts of the western Pacific
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The book offers an immersive exploration of native life in Melanesian New Guinea, drawing from the author's firsthand experiences with the locals. It features detailed accounts of their daily activities, cultural practices, and the Kula exchange system, supported by maps and illustrations. Key chapters delve into the region's inhabitants, canoe construction, and ceremonial traditions. This comprehensive study serves as a valuable resource for anthropology enthusiasts and enriches personal collections, now enhanced with a new introductory biography of the author.