9780855752385 - Stars of Tagai: The Torres Strait Islanders de Sharp, Nonie (17 resultados)

Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. Bright, clean, tight pages in glossy covers. With maps to endpapers. Crease to back cover.

Soft cover. Condición: Good. 1st Edition. Book is pre-owned. Please see photos. Stars of Tagai: The Torres Strait Islanders by Nonie Sharp is an in-depth exploration of the culture, history, and identity of the Torres Strait Islander people. The book examines their deep connection to land and sea, the significance of the Tagai constellation in their navigation and worldview, and the impact of colonization and political struggles on their lives. Sharp highlights the Islanders' resilience, self-determination, and legal battles for sea rights, offering a rich account of their traditions and contemporary challenges.

Soft Cover. Condición: Fine. First Edition. xxii, 321pp, index, bibliography, notes, endpaper maps. As new. Picture of a unique sea culture rich in meanings and custom. The rhythm of the Torres straight islander's lives follows the movement of the constellation, tagai, a mythical hero who stands in a canoe; his left hand the Southern Cross, holds a fish spear. The stars of Tagai usher in the seasons, and act as a guide to voyaging and cultivating throughout the Torres Straight. This book explores four meanings of the tagai myth in the life of the Islanders since the mid-19th century. Its main focus is a growing identity and self-awareness. Also the first book to examine the social issues involved in the historic Mabo case and to give a picture of the fabric of life of the Meriam people of the Murray Islands. It considers local precedents for current moves for political autonomy, examines the various reasons behind moves for sovereignty in the 1980s and considers future options. Size: Large 8vo.

paperback in very good condition; 321 pages, b/w photos.

Soft Cover. Condición: Fine. First Paperback. HEAVY. xix, 321pp, index, glossary, bibliography, bw ills, endpaper maps. As new. Or pictorial card covers. A picture of a unique sea culture. Looks at conservation of traditional culture and explores meanings of the Tagai myth. Also looks at social issues involved in the historical Mabo case, and the life of the Meriam people of the Murray Islands. Size: 8vo.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The cover has a little wear. The page edges are lightly tanned. The half-title page has a name inscription from a previous owner. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown. Size: Size F: 8"-9" Tall (203-228mm).

Softcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: No Dust Jacket. First Edition. One of a large, sophisticated collection from an Australian expert in aboriginal languages, history and culture. Many of the volumes from this collection are listed at this site and can be found as a set by searching for the special Keyword pwaboriginal Size: Octavo (standard book size). 322 pages. Text body is clean, and free from previous owner annotation, underlining and highlighting. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. No foxing in this copy. All edges clean, neat and free of foxing. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Indigenous Cultures; Australia; ISBN: 0855752386. ISBN/EAN: 9780855752385. All our pictures shown here are of the actual item, not stock photos. Inventory No: 33100. This book is extra heavy, and may involve extra shipping charges to some countries. For further info on this title, click on the "Contact Seller" button within this listing. We will try to reply within 24 hours. Otherwise you can order right now (inclusive of shipping options) from the "Add to Basket" button to the right.

Laminated Card. Condición: Near Fine. First Edition. Laminated Card. Near Fine. First Edition. Illustrated Cover. 7 " x 9 1/2". pages 321, b/w illustrations, end paper maps. This book creates a picture of a unique sea culture rich in meanings and custom. Illustrated Cover.

Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 9.25x6.75x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Stars of Tagai is about life among the blue-water people of the Torres Strait Islands - the title is drawn from the myth of Tagai which belongs to all Torres Strait Islanders. The book explores the changing life of these sea people, their creation and re-creation of identity, and their unique sea culture rich in meaning and custom. Covering the period from the mid-nineteenth century until today, this is the first book to examine the social issues involved in the Mabo case, and to give a picture of life of the Meriam people of the Murray Island. Stars of Tagai This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Condición: New. Print on Demand pp. 321.

Condición: New. Print on Demand pp. 321.

Paperback / softback. Condición: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Condición: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. &Uumlber den AutorNonie Sharp is an honorary research fellow at the School of Social Sciences at La Trobe University.Klappentextrnrn&quotStars of Tagai&quot creates a picture of a unique sea culture rich in meaning.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Stars of Tagai is about life among the blue-water people of the Torres Strait Islands - the title is drawn from the myth of Tagai which belongs to all Torres Strait Islanders. The book explores the changing life of these sea people, their creation and re-creation of identity, and their unique sea culture rich in meaning and custom. Covering the period from the mid-nineteenth century until today, this is the first book to examine the social issues involved in the Mabo case, and to give a picture of life of the Meriam people of the Murray Island. Stars of Tagai This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - 'Stars of Tagai' creates a picture of a unique sea culture rich in meanings and custom. The author's observations of Islander life over the past fourteen years join with the life stories of Islanders so giving depth to the book's theme: how conservation of cultural tradition underlies a process of renewal. The rhythm of Islanders' lives follows the movement of the constellation Tagai, a mythical hero who stands in a canoe; his left hand, the Southern Cross, holds a fish spear. The stars of Tagai usher in seasonal changes and are a guide to voyaging and cultivating throughout the Torres Strait. The book explores four meanings of the Tagai myth in the life of the Islanders since the mid-nineteenth century. Its main focus is a growing identity and self-awareness. This is the first book to examine the social issues involved in the historic Mabo case and to give a picture of the fabric of life of the Mariam people of the Murray Islands, a subgroup of the Torres Strait Islanders. It considers local historical precedents for current moves for political autonomy, examines the various reasons behind moves for sovereignty in the 1980s, and considers future options.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Stars of Tagai | The Torres Strait Islanders | Nonie Sharp | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 1993 | Aboriginal Studies Press | EAN 9780855752385 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.