Introduction to Cook Islands
Introduction to Cook Islands

Author: Gilad James, PhD

Publisher: Gilad James Mystery School

Published:

Total Pages: 90

ISBN-13: 3995732755

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The Cook Islands is a small island nation located in the South Pacific, northeast of New Zealand. The country consists of 15 islands spread out over 1.2 million square kilometers of ocean, with a population of around 17,500 people. The Cook Islands was first settled by Polynesian explorers over a thousand years ago, and has been influenced by various European powers throughout its history. The islands are known for their stunning natural beauty, with white sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and lush rainforests. The economy is primarily based on tourism, and the country boasts a vibrant culture with traditions and customs unique to the Cook Islands.

A Companion to Folklore
A Companion to Folklore

Author: Regina F. Bendix

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2014-08-25

Total Pages: 690

ISBN-13: 1118863143

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A Companion to Folklore presents an original and comprehensive collection of essays from international experts in the field of folklore studies. Unprecedented in depth and scope, this state-of-the-art collection uniquely displays the vitality of folklore research across the globe. An unprecedented collection of original, state of the art essays on folklore authored by international experts Examines the practices and theoretical approaches developed to understand the phenomena of folklore Considers folklore in the context of multi-disciplinary topics that include poetics, performance, religious practice, myth, ritual and symbol, oral textuality, history, law, politics and power as well as the social base of folklore Selected by Choice as a 2013 Outstanding Academic Title

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Publisher: Soffer Publishing

Published:

Total Pages: 90

ISBN-13:

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Folklore
Folklore

Author: Joseph Jacobs

Publisher:

Published: 1910

Total Pages: 652

ISBN-13:

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Most vols. for 1890- contain list of members of the Folk-lore Society.

South Pacific Oral Traditions
South Pacific Oral Traditions

Author: Ruth H. Finnegan

Publisher: Indiana University Press

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 9780253328687

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Exploring the oral traditions of the South Pacific, this work demonstrates that oral media and native cultural forms are vital throughout the South Pacific. It appeals to scholars concerned with the relationships between verbal art, social change, gender, power, and social organization.