ABSTRACT

This book discusses the Melanesians of the South East Solomon Island; including an introduction to the people, their social organisation, and religious beliefs.

chapter II|33 pages

The Localities Studied : Sa’a and Ulawa

chapter III|16 pages

Social Organization Relationship

chapter IV|38 pages

Betrothal, Marriage, ETC.

chapter V|21 pages

Betrothal, Marriage, ETC.

chapter VI|30 pages

Malaohu Boys; Bonito; Canoes; Canoe Cries

chapter VII|18 pages

Feasts Dances; Gongs; Pipes

chapter VIII|30 pages

Ghosts and Spirits

chapter IX|21 pages

Burial; Death-Feasts

chapter IX|12 pages

Sharks

chapter XI|12 pages

Sacrifices ; Ceremonial Defilement

chapter XII|24 pages

Tabu; Curses; Restrictions

chapter XIV|11 pages

Fighting

chapter XV|19 pages

Ceremonies

chapter XVI|-69 pages

Incantations; Ordeals; Divination; Omens

chapter XVII|20 pages

Yam And Taro Gardens; Coconuts

chapter XVIII|21 pages

Arts and Crafts

chapter XIX|13 pages

Miscellaneous

chapter XX|10 pages

The Rere Ni Mesi

chapter XXI|99 pages

Folklore

chapter XXII|21 pages

Some Remarks on The Culture Of Sa’A And Ulawa

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