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Institute of Pacific Studies, University of the South Pacific. 2001. Trade paperback. Very good.. 367 p. Includes: illustrations, maps, index. . Te Rii ni Banaba (the backbone of Banaba) is a history of the people of Banaba, through their genealogies, myths, legends, customs, culture, sports, music, dance, totems, and magic rituals. The authors discuss anthropological, archaeological, and linguistic evidence that point to the uniqueness of the Banaban people. Te Rii ni Banaba, which brings to light new research, including long kept secrets of the te Aka clan, and the successive invasions of Banaba. The Auriaria established Tabwewa District and their customs were distinct from those of the people who preceded them. Nei Anginimaeao's arrival led to new boundaries and the introduction of new rights, resulting in the emergence of a different culture again. Then the I-Matang arrived. First, White beachcombers, blackbirders, whalers, and missionaries came, followed by miners. The Japanese occupied the…
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by Sigrah, Raobeia Ken; King, Stacey M.
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- Title Te Rii Ni Banaba
- Author Sigrah, Raobeia Ken; King, Stacey M.
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- Publisher Institute of Pacific Studies, University of the South Pacific, Suva, Fiji
- Date 2001
- ISBN 9789820203228
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Suva, Fiji: Institute of Pacific Studies, University of the South Pacific, 2001. 1st ed. . Glossy ill. card. Fine. 15 Cm x 21 Cm. 367 pp., maps on pp.15/16, 58 text photos plus numerous figures numbered by chapter; top half-title inscribed 'Kona Kabwaia/Thou Shall Be Blessed' with both authors' sigs. Virtually pristine copy of this scarce comprehensive account of Banaba or Ocean Island between Kiribati and Nauru.
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