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Routledge - Honour, Mana, and Agency in Polynesian-European Conflict

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Explore the complex history of first encounters in Polynesia through this scholarly work by Routledge. This book examines the early contacts between indigenous populations and European ship crews, offering a fresh perspective on the cultural history of the Indo-Pacific. By focusing on specific case studies, the text allows for a direct comparison between New Zealand Maori-European transactions and other similar Pacific interactions. Readers will gain insight into the conflict situations that led to physical violence. The author analyzes these events by looking at the roles of honour, mana, and agency. To build this analysis, the book draws on a diverse range of sources, including archival materials, missionary journals, sailor logs, and indigenous narratives. This approach provides a deep look into the social and cultural dynamics that defined this era of contact.

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Provides a fresh look at early encounters between indigenous peoples and European ship crews in the Pacific.

Uses comparative case studies to examine New Zealand Maori-European transactions alongside other Pacific contacts.

Analyzes the causes of physical violence by focusing on the concepts of honour, mana, and agency.

Utilizes diverse archival materials including sailor journals and missionary records for historical depth.

Integrates indigenous narratives to offer a well-rounded view of historical contact situations.

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Release Date
05 April 2019
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30 July 2018

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