Sung Tales from the Papua New Guinea Highlands : Studies in Form, Meaning, and Sociocultural Context
The genres of sung tales that are the subject of this volume are one of the most striking aspects of the cultural scene in the Papua New Guinea Highlands. Composed and performed by specialist bards, they are a highly valued art form. From a comparative viewpoint they are remarkable both for their sc...
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Canberra
ANU Press
2011
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