Description
This is a collection of studies of Papua New Guinea cultures, each isolating one key concept that is believed to define the whole of that culture. Such concepts include: (1) the "big man" in the "father-of-the-village" role; (2) the pig, which highlights important values in Melanesian culture; (3) shell money, used among people of New Britain; and (4) mami yam'.
Details
Author: |
Marvin K. Mayers |
Editor: |
Daniel D. Rath |
ISBN 10: |
0883121778 |
Pages: |
116 |
Publisher: |
Sil International, Global Publishing |
Publication Date: |
August 30, 1988 |
Binding: |
Paperback |
Weight: |
0.36lbs |
