商品簡介
Referring academics looking for a comprehensive account to his Dictionary of Polynesian Mythology (1989), Craig (emeritus history, Alaska Pacific U.) introduces general readers to the mythology of the indigenous people of the Pacific by retelling and commenting on the more important narratives and practices. His first section looks at the geography, the Polynesian people, their languages and literature, and European exploration and development of the islands. Then he discusses creation and the cosmos and deities, themes, and concepts. The final chapters cite and annotate print sources and Web sites for further information. Annotation c2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
作者簡介
Robert D. Craig is professor emeritus of Pacific history at Alaska Pacific University, Anchorage, AK.
