Lost in the Weeds: Theme and Variation in Pohnpei Political Mythology

Petersen, Glenn (1990). Lost in the Weeds: Theme and Variation in Pohnpei Political Mythology. Honolulu, HI: Center for Pacific Islands Studies, School of Hawaiian, Asian and Pacific Studies, Univ. of HI.

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Abstract: Document type: Academic article with a primary geographic focus on Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia. The work examines Pohnpei political mythology through thematic and variation analysis. It discusses specific political myths, their cultural significance, and variations across different contexts. The article analyzes the interplay between mythology and political structures, providing a taxonomic catalog of myths relevant to Pohnpei's political landscape. It explores the historical events that have shaped these narratives and their implications for contemporary governance. The research includes linguistic topics related to the expression of these myths and their transmission within Pohnpeian society. The time period under consideration is not explicitly stated. The article contributes to the understanding of Micronesian political systems, with a specific emphasis on Pohnpei. It is relevant to scholars in the fields of anthropology, political science, and cultural studies. The findings are contained within the scope of Pohnpei's political mythology and its variations, without extending to broader Micronesian contexts.

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Pages: 87
Place: Honolulu
MAG: 2263084374
OpenAlex: W2263084374