ABSTRACT

First published in 1922, this classic text examines the extensive and complex trading system maintained by the Trobriand Islanders. While the main theme is economics and social organization, the power of magic, mythology and folklore are also examined.

chapter Chapter I|17 pages

The Country and Inhabitants of the Kula District

chapter Chapter II|24 pages

The Natives of the Trobriand Islands

chapter Chapter III|18 pages

The Essentials of the Kula

chapter Chapter IV|15 pages

Canoes and Sailing

chapter Chapter V|18 pages

The Ceremonial Building of a Waga

chapter Chapter VII|10 pages

The Departure of an Overseas Expedition

chapter Chapter VIII|9 pages

The First Halt of the Fleet on Muwa

chapter Chapter IX|14 pages

Sailing on the Sea-Arm of Pilolu

chapter Chapter X|23 pages

The Story of Shipwreck

chapter Chapter XI|18 pages

In the Amphletts—Sociology of the Kula

chapter Chapter XII|35 pages

In Tewara and Sanaroa— Mythology of the Kula

chapter Chapter XIII|13 pages

On the Beach of Sarubwoyna

chapter Chapter XIV|12 pages

The Kula in Dobu—Technicalities of the Exchange

chapter Chapter XVI|13 pages

The Return Visit of the Dobuans to Sinaketa

chapter Chapter XVII|30 pages

Magic and the Kula

chapter Chapter XVIII|32 pages

The Power of Words in Magic— Some Linguistic Data

chapter Chapter XIX|11 pages

The Inland Kula

chapter Chapter XX|12 pages

Expeditions between Kiriwina and Kitava

chapter Chapter XXI|12 pages

The Remaining Branches and Offshoots of the Kula

chapter Chapter XXII|8 pages

The Meaning of the Kula