
Shifting Images of Identity in the Pacific
by:
Toon van Meijl
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 9067182443
ISBN 13: 9789067182447
Publication date:
January 1st, 2004
Publisher: Kitlv Press
Pages: 269
In the diverse landscapes of the Pacific, identities are fluid and ever-evolving. The author delves into the complex ways in which cultural, social, and historical factors shape individual and collective identities across various Pacific societies. Through a series of insightful analyses, the book reveals the dynamic interplay between tradition and modernity, as well as the impact of globalization on local identities.
By highlighting personal narratives and community stories, the work emphasizes the resilience and adaptability of these identities. Readers are invited to explore the nuanced processes of cultural transformation and the significance of place, memory, and belonging in shaping the Pacific experience.
By highlighting personal narratives and community stories, the work emphasizes the resilience and adaptability of these identities. Readers are invited to explore the nuanced processes of cultural transformation and the significance of place, memory, and belonging in shaping the Pacific experience.