Polynesia in Early Historic Times presents a comprehensive and balanced description of major aspects of Polynesian cultures, providing written accounts from European explorers and current writings by archaeologists and anthropologists.
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From the time of first contact with European explorers, the South Sea islands of Polynesia have often been depicted as a primitive utopia, spoiled by subsequent European colonization and missionary activity. Oliver (anthropology, emeritus, Harvard and Univ. of Hawaii) has compiled a comprehensive survey of all aspects of Polynesian life and culture up to the time of European "discovery," using information gleaned from accounts by early explorers, anthropologists, and travelers. Oliver begins by relating what is known of the prehistory of the Polynesians, as of their arrival and dispersion among the islands of the South Pacific. He then describes common cultural elements of different groups in tropical and subtropical Polynesia, emphasizing food, material culture, and social organization ranging from the family unit to clans and tribal groups. The temperate-dwelling Maori and Moriori (Chatham Islanders) are covered in separate chapters. Illustrations include drawings and depictions taken from accounts by explorers and adventurers. Though Oliver claims to write for the general reader, his work would have benefited from a glossary of anthropological and cultural terms. Recommended for academic and large public libraries. Lucille M. Boone, San Jose P.L., CA
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
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