About this title: In the course of her fieldwork with the Kaulong, who live on the island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea, Jane Goodale recognized that everything of importance to them - every event, relationship, and transaction - was rooted in their constant quest for recognition as human beings. She addresses here questions central to Kaulong society: What is ...
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Binding: Softcover
Publisher: University of Washington Press, Seattle, Wa.
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780295974361ISBN:0295974362
Description: Near Fine. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. Copy has rubbing. The concept of person in Papua New Guinea. In the course of her fieldwork with the Kaulong, who live onthe island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea, Jane Goodale recognized that everything of importance to them, every event, relationship, and transaction was rooted in their constant quest for recognition as human beings. The sacrifice of pigs and distribution of pork to guests completes the ceremonial display and defense of knowledge and ... read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Univ of Washington Pr, Seattle, Washington
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780295974361ISBN:0295974362
Description: xvi, 269 p., [24] p. of plates: ill., map, music; 24 cm. Includes bibliographical references (p. 254-264) and index. NF condition (softcover) read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: University of Washington Press
ISBN-13:9780295974361ISBN:0295974362
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Binding: Softcover
Publisher: University of Washington Press
ISBN-13:9780295974361ISBN:0295974362
Description: New. 0295974362 Absolutely Brand New. No marks and in pristine condition. Used items may not include extras such as infotrac, CD or other web access codes. read more
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