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Literary form in Bajau Laut riddles
Sarawak Museum journal • 23 (44) • Published In 1975 • Pages: 187-206
By: Sather, Clifford.
Abstract
This is an interpretive analysis of the forms and social functions of popular riddles and tales in Sama-Bajau culture. It shows the high regard for wit and verbal adeptness evident in riddles. Together, riddles and tales served as important mechanisms in dispute resolution and community decision-making, while still entertaining both the storyteller and audience.
- Region
- Asia
- Sub Region
- Southeast Asia
- Document Type
- article
- Evaluation
- Creator Type
- Anthropologist
- Document Rating
- 5: Excellent Primary Data
- Analyst
- Teferi Abate Adem
- Field Date
- 1964-1965
- Coverage Date
- 1964-1965
- Coverage Place
- Kampong Bangau-Bangau, Semporna, Sabah, Malaysia
- Notes
- by Clifford Sather
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 206)
- LCCN
- 11017444
- LCSH
- Bajau (Southeast Asian people)