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The Art of Kula by Shirley F. Campbell (2002, Trade Paperback)

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“Pre-owned in very good condition. Pencil marks on the title page.”
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Condition
Very Good
A book that has been read and does not look new, but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the book cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. Some identifying marks on the inside cover, but this is minimal. Very little wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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“Pre-owned in very good condition. Pencil marks on the title page.”
Narrative Type
Nonfiction
Modified Item
No
Inscribed
No
Type
Illustrated Book
Subjects
Art & Culture
Personalized
No
Signed
No
Age Level
Adults
Special Attributes
Illustrated
ISBN
9781859735183

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Taylor & Francis Group
ISBN-10
1859735185
ISBN-13
9781859735183
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2353136

Product Key Features

Book Title
Art of Kula
Number of Pages
256 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2002
Topic
Carving, Anthropology / Cultural & Social, Anthropology / General
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Social Science, Crafts & Hobbies
Author
Shirley F. Campbell
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
16 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
6.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2002-008613
Dewey Edition
21
Reviews
This book represents an ideal accomplishment in its demonstration of how art can be instrumental in the reproduction of society., "One of the best ethnographies of art ever written." --Howard Morphy, Australian National University "This book represents an ideal accomplishment in its demonstration of how art can be instrumental in the reproduction of society." --The Asis Pacific Journal of Anthropology, "One of the best ethnographies of art ever written." --Howard Morphy, Australian National University "This book represents an ideal accomplishment in its demonstration of how art can be instrumental in the reproduction of society." -- The Asis Pacific Journal of Anthropology, 'One of the best ethnographies of art ever written.' Howard Morphy, Australian National University 'This book represents an ideal accomplishment in its demonstration of how art can be instrumental in the reproduction of society.' The Asis Pacific Journal of Anthropology 'an interesting contribution to the ethnography of the Trobriand Islanders and the fascinating aspects of their indigenous culture.' International Review of Anthropology and Linguistics, "One of the best ethnographies of art ever written." -- Howard Morphy, Australian National University "This book represents an ideal accomplishment in its demonstration of how art can be instrumental in the reproduction of society." -- The Asis Pacific Journal of Anthropology
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Decimal
305.8/009954/1
Table Of Content
ContentsList of PlatesixList of FiguresxiList of TablesxiiiAcknowledgementsxvIntroduction1Part I In the Beginning1'Before, There was Nothing'132Craftsmen and Artists413The Making of a Carver51Part II The Art4The Kabitam Form695The Kabitam 'Animals'916The Kabitam Colours1117The Meaning of Kabitam127Part III Kula8The Rituals of Kula1539Women of the Land, Men of the Sea177Conclusion191Notes195Bibliography215Index227
Synopsis
Nearly a century ago, it was predicted that Kula, the exchange of shell valuables in the Massim region of Papua New Guinea, would disappear. Not only has this prophecy failed to come true, but today Kula is expanding beyond these island communities to the mainland and Australia.This book unveils the many deep motivations and meanings that lie behind the pursuit of Kula. Focusing upon the visually stimulating carved and painted prow boards that decorate canoes used by the Kula voyagers, Campbell argues that these designs comprise layers of encoded meaning. The unique colour associations and other formal elements speak to Vakutans about key emotional issues within their everyday and spiritual lives. How is mens participation in the Kula linked to their desire to achieve immortality? How do the messages conveyed by the canoe boards converge with those presented in Kula myths and rituals? In what ways do these systems of meaning reveal a male ideology that competes with the prevailing female ideology? Providing an alternative way of understanding the significance of Kula in the Trobriand Islands, The Art of Kula makes an influential new contribution to the ethnography of Papua New Guinea., Nearly a century ago, it was predicted that Kula, the exchange of shell valuables in the Massim region of Papua New Guinea, would disappear.
LC Classification Number
GN671.N5C36 2002

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