Empowering the Past, Confronting the Future: The Duna People of Papua New Guinea

The Duna People of Papua New Guinea

Autori

• Pamela J. Stewart
• Andrew Strathern

Parametri

Pagine

190pagine

Tempo di lettura

7ore

• Etnografia
• Mappe e viaggi
• Scienze sociali
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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The Aluni Valley Duna people of Papua New Guinea have navigated colonial and post-colonial challenges by creatively engaging with external influences, particularly from mining companies. They utilize their mythological themes to assert claims against these corporations while blending traditional practices with Christianity. This fusion empowers their cultural heritage, enabling them to confront contemporary issues and shape their future amidst neglect from government development efforts.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2004

(In brossura)