Marshall Islands Legends and Stories

Marshall Islands Legends and Stories
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Publisher : Bess Press
Total Pages : 278
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ISBN-10 : 1573061417
ISBN-13 : 9781573061414
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Book Synopsis Marshall Islands Legends and Stories by : Daniel A. Kelin

Download or read book Marshall Islands Legends and Stories written by Daniel A. Kelin and published by Bess Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Preserving the qualities of oral storytelling - in fifty stories recorded from eighteen storytellers on eight islands and atolls - the tales in this collection relay the importance of traditional Marshallese values and customs. The collection includes profiles of the storytellers, a glossary, and a pronunciation guide.


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