Reports of the Cambridge Anthropological Expedition to Torres Straits
Volume 4. Arts and Crafts
- Authors:
- A. C. Haddon
- W. H. R. Rivers
- Date Published: February 2011
- availability: Available
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521179881
Paperback
Looking for an inspection copy?
This title is not currently available for inspection. However, if you are interested in the title for your course we can consider offering an inspection copy. To register your interest please contact [email protected] providing details of the course you are teaching.
-
Alfred Cort Haddon (1855–1940) was a highly influential British anthropologist and ethnologist who was instrumental in the foundation of a school of anthropology at Cambridge University. During 1898 and 1899, Haddon led an expedition which conducted ethnographical research in the Torres Strait, New Guinea, and Borneo. The main results of this expedition were compiled in a series of volumes, written by various contributors. Originally published in 1912, this fourth volume in that series concentrates on arts and crafts. The text contains information on a broad variety of traditions from the region, with topics ranging from horticultural practice to music. A large number of illustrative figures are included, demonstrating the rich cultural life of the indigenous peoples. This fascinating volume, the vast majority of which was written by Haddon himself, will be of value to anyone with an interest in the development of anthropology and ethnology.
Customer reviews
Not yet reviewed
Be the first to review
Review was not posted due to profanity
×Product details
- Date Published: February 2011
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521179881
- length: 498 pages
- dimensions: 279 x 25 x 210 mm
- weight: 1.11kg
- availability: Available
Table of Contents
Introduction and daily life A. C. Haddon
2. Decoration of the person and toilet A. C. Haddon
2. Personal ornaments and clothing A. C. Haddon
3. Textiles A. Hingston Quiggin
4. Houses A. Wilkin and A. C. Haddon
5. Domestic utensils and tools A. C. Haddon
6. Food and its preparation, and narcotics A. C. Haddon
7. Horticulture A. C. Haddon
8. Hunting and fishing A. C. Haddon
9. Weapons and objects employed in warfare A. C. Haddon
10. Transport and canoes A. C. Haddon
11. Science (including astronomy W. H. R. Rivers and a calendar S. H. Ray) A. C. Haddon
12. Music C. S. Myers
13. Sound-producing instruments A. C. Haddon
14. Songs A. C. Haddon
15. Dances and dance paraphernalia A. C. Haddon
16. Greetings, salutations, and various social customs S. H. Ray, A. C. Haddon and J. Bruce
17. Games and toys A. C. Haddon
18. Decorative, pictorial and glyptic art A. C. Haddon.
Related Books
related journals
Sorry, this resource is locked
Please register or sign in to request access. If you are having problems accessing these resources please email [email protected]
Register Sign in» Proceed
You are now leaving the Cambridge University Press website. Your eBook purchase and download will be completed by our partner www.ebooks.com. Please see the permission section of the www.ebooks.com catalogue page for details of the print & copy limits on our eBooks.
Continue ×Are you sure you want to delete your account?
This cannot be undone.
Thank you for your feedback which will help us improve our service.
If you requested a response, we will make sure to get back to you shortly.
×