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Beitrag zur Sprache der Marshall-Inseln - Softcover

Franz Hernsheim

 
9780282227012: Beitrag zur Sprache der Marshall-Inseln

Synopsis

This book captures the language, culture, and customs of the Marshall Islands, a remote chain of atolls in the Pacific Ocean. The author, an 18th-century German explorer, provides a deep dive into this fascinating and distinct culture. The book explores the language, providing an alphabet and vocabulary list of the Marshallese language. The author also examines the social structure, describing the roles of chiefs and their people. It offers insights into religious and cultural practices, including a detailed account of the process of tattooing, which holds great significance in Marshallese culture. This comprehensive examination provides a valuable window into the lives of these intriguing Pacific Islanders.

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