Introduction To Tonga
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Introduction To Tonga
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Author : Gilad James, PhD
language : en
Publisher: Gilad James Mystery School
Release Date :
Introduction To Tonga written by Gilad James, PhD and has been published by Gilad James Mystery School this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Travel categories.
Tonga is a Pacific Island nation located in the south of the Pacific Ocean, west of Fiji and north of New Zealand. It is made up of 169 islands, 36 of which are inhabited. The capital and largest island is Tongatapu, which is home to about two-thirds of the country's population. The Tongan culture is deeply rooted in tradition and is known for its hospitality, respect for elders, and the importance placed on family and community. Tonga is a constitutional monarchy with the King serving as the head of state. The country has a unicameral Parliament, which consists of 26 members: 17 elected by the people and 9 appointed by the King. The economy is largely based on agriculture and fishing, with tourism also playing an important role in recent years. The official language is Tongan, although English is widely spoken, especially in business settings. Despite its small size and limited resources, Tonga has a distinct place in the Pacific and is known for its unique culture, friendly people, and beautiful landscape.
Tonga
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Author : Martin Daly
language : en
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Release Date : 2009-02-04
Tonga written by Martin Daly and has been published by University of Hawaii Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-02-04 with History categories.
Praise for the first edition: "Tonga is unique among bibliographies in its perception and understanding, and in its affection for Tonga and its people. . . . Daly’s work stands on exceptionally sound foundations. . . . His summaries are excellent, indeed, but Daly writes always with the authority of first-hand knowledge, with a keen eye for the essential, and the ability to interpret and clarify obscurities. . . . A trustworthy introduction to Tonga in all its diversity, a splendid point de départ for all, layman or scholar, needing a reliable guide to the essential literature about this remarkable Polynesian kingdom." —Bulletin of the School of Oriental and African Studies "The book is so arranged that it is easy to locate any of the items listed. . . . I found myself spending pleasant hours perusing Daly’s comments on the different publications.. . . I hope the rumor of a second, revised edition of this bibliography is true." —Journal of the Polynesian Society Tonga is a fascinating and subtle combination of a traditional Polynesian kingdom—the only one to survive the impact of colonization in the nineteenth century and remain independent—and a thoroughly Christian country. This comprehensive bibliography is a selective guide to the most significant and accessible English-language books, papers, and articles on every aspect of the kingdom’s history, culture, arts, politics, environment, and economy. It is a much updated and expanded edition of the original version that was published in 1999 as part of the World Bibliographical Series, with the addition of more than 200 new entries. Each of the approximately 600 described and annotated items is organized under broad subject headings, and indexed by author, title, and subject. In addition—and new to this edition—all known Ph.D. theses, although not annotated, are shown within their appropriate subject categories and indexed. Also new is a section on the most important Tonga-related websites. A general introduction describes the Tongan kingdom, its history and society, and its current situation. Tonga: A New Bibliography will be an invaluable resource for anyone with a serious interest in Tonga and an indispensable volume for academic libraries, reference collections, and policy makers focused on the Pacific islands.
Tongan Culture And History
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Author : Phyllis Herda
language : en
Publisher: Steve Parish
Release Date : 1990
Tongan Culture And History written by Phyllis Herda and has been published by Steve Parish this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1990 with History categories.
The Art Of Tonga
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Author : Keith St. Cartmail
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1997
The Art Of Tonga written by Keith St. Cartmail and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997 with Art, Tongan categories.
A Practical Introduction To Tonga
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Author : Cecil Robert Hopgood
language : en
Publisher: London ; New York : Longmans, Green
Release Date : 1953
A Practical Introduction To Tonga written by Cecil Robert Hopgood and has been published by London ; New York : Longmans, Green this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1953 with Tonga language (Nyasa) categories.
Altered Ecologies
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Author : Simon Haberle
language : en
Publisher: ANU E Press
Release Date : 2010-11-01
Altered Ecologies written by Simon Haberle and has been published by ANU E Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-11-01 with Science categories.
Like a star chart this volume orientates the reader to the key issues and debates in Pacific and Australasian biogeography, palaeoecology and human ecology. A feature of this collection is the diversity of approaches ranging from interpretation of the biogeographic significance of plant and animal distributional patterns, pollen analysis from peats and lake sediments to discern Quaternary climate change, explanation of the patterns of faunal extinction events, the interplay of fire on landscape evolution, and models of the environmental consequences of human settlement patterns. The diversity of approaches, geographic scope and academic rigor are a fitting tribute to the enormous contributions of Geoff Hope. As made apparent in this volume, Hope pioneered multidisciplinary understanding of the history and impacts of human cultures in the Australia- Pacific region, arguably the globe's premier model systems for understanding the consequences of humans colonization on ecological systems. The distinguished scholars who have contributed to this volume also demonstrate Hope's enduring contribution as an inspirational research leader, collaborator and mentor. Terra Australis leave no doubt that history matters, not only for land management, but more importantly, in alerting settler and indigenous societies alike to their past ecological impacts and future environmental trajectories.
Religious Fundamentalism In The Contemporary World
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Author : Santosh C. Saha
language : en
Publisher: Lexington Books
Release Date : 2004-01-01
Religious Fundamentalism In The Contemporary World written by Santosh C. Saha and has been published by Lexington Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-01-01 with Religion categories.
Today new and ever more pernicious forms of terrorist violence threaten the world. Because these new forms of violence are so often linked to religious radicalism, modern terrorism has challenged the secular ethics of contemporary civil society. There is a pressing need to understand modern religious movements that have added militancy and belligerence as fundamental elements of religious practice. Contributors to this volume painstakingly tackle the question of how to define the contours of current religious fundamentalism as they examine the private and public postures of fundamentalist rhetoric, the importance of its regional variants, and the damage it can do to regional and national education systems. Their analysis tracks trends in religious movements that aspire to radicalize, reform, and violently topple governments and nations, while highlighting the difference between fundamentalist interpretations and other longstanding juridical, political, and intellectual traditions.
Early Childhood Development In Tonga
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Author : Sally Brinkman
language : en
Publisher: World Bank Publications
Release Date : 2016-12-15
Early Childhood Development In Tonga written by Sally Brinkman and has been published by World Bank Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-12-15 with Education categories.
Early Childhood Development in Tonga offers a comprehensive assessment of early child development across Tonga using the Tongan Early Human Capability Index instrument. The data has information on more than 6,600 children, ages three to five, living across 36 inhabited islands, and reported for 129 communities. On the basis of population figures from the Tongan census data collection provided by the Tonga Department of Statistics, 81 percent of three- to five-year-olds participated in the Tongan Early Human Capability Index.The report details the development of the instrument used to collect the child development data to ensure cultural validity and local relevance, while still capturing the fundamental aspects of child development that are consistent across countries and cultures. As well as the development of the instrument, other countries will also be interested in learning about h the method of data collection across a country with remote and isolated islands using an innovative partnership between health and education. Using existing systems and community governance structures, the data was not only collected but also disseminated back to communities to raise awareness and prompt community and government mobilization to support early child development.The process of developing and implementing the Tongan Early Human Capability Index across Tonga helped build national and district capacity, and is encouraging the establishment of community-based supports for children. Researchers, policy makers, and practitioners as well as advocates for the development and enhancement of systems to monitor early child development worldwide will find this publication highly significant.
Tonga Timeline
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Author : Cliggett, Lisa
language : en
Publisher: The Lembani Trust
Release Date : 2013-11-11
Tonga Timeline written by Cliggett, Lisa and has been published by The Lembani Trust this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-11-11 with Social Science categories.
A multitude of scholars have visited Tonga communities. They have come from different countries, worked at different times, had different disciplinary interests and theoretical agenda and published in different places. Many of these scholars have been the products of Zambian and Zimbabwean universities. The research presented in this volume gives some idea of the rich knowledge now available on the Tonga - a people remarkable for their egalitarian ethos, practice of participatory democracy and willingness to experiment with new possibilities.
Moon Handbooks Tonga Samoa
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Author : David Stanley
language : en
Publisher: David Stanley
Release Date : 1999-10-06
Moon Handbooks Tonga Samoa written by David Stanley and has been published by David Stanley this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999-10-06 with History categories.
Long recognized as the premier travel writer to the South Pacific, author David Stanley narrows and deepens his focus in Tonga-Samoa Handbook. Covering the lush, tropical Samoas, the ancient Kingdom of Tonga, and lonely little Niue, this book provides: -- Penetrating coverage of the unique histories, cultures, and mores of the region -- Practical tips on flights to Tonga-Samoa and interisland travel -- Extensive accommodations listings, from the colorful International Dateline Hotel in Nuku'alofa to low-budget guesthouses in Apia -- Tips on where and what to eat: traditional Samoan palusami, the gargantuan Tongan feasts of Vava'u, and the pizzerias and mountainous ice-cream cones of Pago Pago -- 32 detailed maps