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The New Hebrides people and culture

Geographical journal • 88 • Published In 1936 • Pages: 332-341

By: Harrison, T. H..

Abstract
This article consists of two parts. The first is a general survey of the Vanuatu and Banks Islands. The author points out the cultural complexity of the area, and shows that there is a wide range of variation in the distribution of various culture elements. On the basis of these facts, he cautions against making broad generalizations about the area until more is known. The second portion of the article consists of a short description of the changes which have taken place on the island of Atchin, and is complementary to the earlier description given by Layard (see 1: Layard and 2: Layard, this file) in that it updates (to ca. 1934-35) certain features of native life.
Subjects
Culture summary
Comparative evidence
External relations
Morbidity
culture
Malekula
HRAF PubDate
2002
Region
Oceania
Sub Region
Melanesia
Document Type
article
Evaluation
Creator Type
Natural Scientist
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
James R. Leary ; 1961
Field Date
1934-1935
Coverage Date
early twentieth century
Coverage Place
Malekula and Atchin Islands, Vanuatu
Notes
T. H. Harrison
Includes bibliographical references (p. 341)
LCCN
28017564
LCSH
Malekula (Vanuatu)