Island People of the Western Pacific Micronesia and Melanesia

Krieger, Herbert (September 1943). Island People of the Western Pacific Micronesia and Melanesia. Washington, DC: Smithsonian Institution.

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Abstract: The document titled “Island People of the Western Pacific Micronesia and Melanesia,” published by the Smithsonian Institution, provides a comprehensive study of the island populations and cultures in the Western Pacific regions of Micronesia and Melanesia. It seems to outline ethnological and sociocultural aspects of various island communities. The text consists of several sections that detail the geography, economic resources, and cultural practices of these islands.

Key highlights include: The economic activities and meager natural resources of Micronesia, where fish serve as a staple part of the diet. The roles of magic and cultural practices such as weaving and fishing, which are deeply embedded in the daily life of islanders. A focus on the social structure and educational aspects of the Ellice Islands’ inhabitants, emphasizing a high literacy rate and the presence of a maternity center, highlighting the community’s efforts towards improving education and welfare . Descriptions of traditional housing, the usage of ceremonial currency, and the agricultural practices involving crops like taro and yams. A portrayal of the islands’ governance systems, where authority is attributed to talented individuals who accumulate and distribute wealth rather than hereditary succession.

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