Ancient Chamorro Society

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ISBN: 9781880188057

About Ancient Chamorro Society

A comprehensive ethnohistory of the earliest settlers of the Mariana Islands. Line drawings, maps, glossary, bibliography and index included. A popular textbook used in schools on Guam and in the CNMI.

Larry Cunningham’s editorial arrangement makes the content very legible. Each chapter is an educator’s delight, complete with emboldened words, concise definitions, excellent illustrations, and lucid yet debatable arguments for the culturally uninitiated. The use of the Chamorro language is extensive, lending an appropriate sense of authenticity and sensitivity to an often controversial subject.

This text was originally published prior to the language change of "Chamorro" to "CHamoru." Updates will be made to reflect this with reprinted editions.

Table of Contents
  1. Origin
  2. Migration
  3. Food
  4. Clothing
  5. Shelter
  6. Artifacts
  7. Weapons
  8. Money
  9. Beliefs, Attitudes, and Values
  10. Religion
  11. Folklore
  12. Customs and Festivities
  13. Arts, Skills, and Education
  14. Social Structure
  15. Government
  16. Trade

A comprehensive ethnohistory of the earliest settlers of the Mariana Islands. Line drawings, maps, glossary, bibliography, and index included. A popular textbook used in schools on Guam and in the CNMI.

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by Lawrence J. Cunningham

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hardcover   |   240 pages   |   9" x 11.5"   |   B&W

 

REVIEWS:

“What struck me immediately about the author’s arrangement was its user-friendly approach: Each chapter is a high school educator’s delight, complete with emboldened words, concise definitions, excellent illustrations, and lucid yet debatable arguments for the culturally uninitiated.

The use of the Chamorro language is extensive, lending an appropriate sense of authenticity and sensitivity to an often controversial subject.”

Bruce Campbell, Micronesian Educator