Palau

A Cultural Geography

By: Robert Evans

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Paperback | 23 September 2016

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470 Pages

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Palau is the furthest western island group of the Pacific Islands. The Philippines are to its west— about 500 nautical miles away. To the south is the western end of New Guinea.

Although these island peoples all have their roots in Southeast Asia, they have lost ties to their ancient homeland. Each has their own set of customs and beliefs and cannot be lumped together.

In this cultural geography, you’ll learn all you ever wanted to know about the Palau Islands, beginning with their discovery in the fifteenth century, to their American takeover in the 1950s, and life there today. The author covers the history, economy, education, government, language, health, religion, and overall environment of the islands.

You’ll also learn about Palau’s complex aboriginal culture and how for thousands of years, it has had a well-established matrilineal society. Village organization ideally consists of ten totemic clans graphically oriented in a system.

Explore the majestic beauty and rich history of the Palau Islands with this detailed cultural geography that will make you feel as though you’re there in person.

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