Vendeur : Eve's Book Garden, Albany, CA, Etats-Unis
Soft cover. Etat : Very Good. Bright, clean, tight pages in glossy covers. With maps to endpapers. Crease to back cover. N° de réf. du vendeur 039153
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Vendeur : PearlPress, Camperdown, NSW, Australie
Soft cover. Etat : Good. 1st Edition. Book is pre-owned. Please see photos. Stars of Tagai: The Torres Strait Islanders by Nonie Sharp is an in-depth exploration of the culture, history, and identity of the Torres Strait Islander people. The book examines their deep connection to land and sea, the significance of the Tagai constellation in their navigation and worldview, and the impact of colonization and political struggles on their lives. Sharp highlights the Islanders' resilience, self-determination, and legal battles for sea rights, offering a rich account of their traditions and contemporary challenges. N° de réf. du vendeur ABE-1768094801829
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Vendeur : Lawrence Jones Books, Ashmore, QLD, Australie
Soft Cover. Etat : Fine. First Edition. xxii, 321pp, index, bibliography, notes, endpaper maps. As new. Picture of a unique sea culture rich in meanings and custom. The rhythm of the Torres straight islander's lives follows the movement of the constellation, tagai, a mythical hero who stands in a canoe; his left hand the Southern Cross, holds a fish spear. The stars of Tagai usher in the seasons, and act as a guide to voyaging and cultivating throughout the Torres Straight. This book explores four meanings of the tagai myth in the life of the Islanders since the mid-19th century. Its main focus is a growing identity and self-awareness. Also the first book to examine the social issues involved in the historic Mabo case and to give a picture of the fabric of life of the Meriam people of the Murray Islands. It considers local precedents for current moves for political autonomy, examines the various reasons behind moves for sovereignty in the 1980s and considers future options. Size: Large 8vo. N° de réf. du vendeur 010119
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Vendeur : Fine Print Books (ABA), Erskineville, Sydney, NSW, Australie
paperback in very good condition; 321 pages, b/w photos. N° de réf. du vendeur 85672
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Vendeur : GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, Etats-Unis
Etat : New. N° de réf. du vendeur 5593687-n
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Vendeur : California Books, Miami, FL, Etats-Unis
Etat : New. N° de réf. du vendeur I-9780855752385
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Vendeur : Lawrence Jones Books, Ashmore, QLD, Australie
Soft Cover. Etat : Fine. First Paperback. HEAVY. xix, 321pp, index, glossary, bibliography, bw ills, endpaper maps. As new. Or pictorial card covers. A picture of a unique sea culture. Looks at conservation of traditional culture and explores meanings of the Tagai myth. Also looks at social issues involved in the historical Mabo case, and the life of the Meriam people of the Murray Islands. Size: 8vo. N° de réf. du vendeur 009365
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Vendeur : Goulds Book Arcade, Sydney, Newtown, Sydney, NSW, Australie
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The cover has a little wear. The page edges are lightly tanned. The half-title page has a name inscription from a previous owner. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown. Size: Size F: 8"-9" Tall (203-228mm). N° de réf. du vendeur 169231
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Vendeur : GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, Etats-Unis
Etat : As New. Unread book in perfect condition. N° de réf. du vendeur 5593687
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Vendeur : Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, Etats-Unis
Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Stars of Tagai is about life among the blue-water people of the Torres Strait Islands - the title is drawn from the myth of Tagai which belongs to all Torres Strait Islanders. The book explores the changing life of these sea people, their creation and re-creation of identity, and their unique sea culture rich in meaning and custom. Covering the period from the mid-nineteenth century until today, this is the first book to examine the social issues involved in the Mabo case, and to give a picture of life of the Meriam people of the Murray Island. Stars of Tagai This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780855752385
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