Tongan Herbal Medicine
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Tongan Herbal Medicine
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Author : W. Arthur Whistler
language : en
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Release Date : 1992-01-01
Tongan Herbal Medicine written by W. Arthur Whistler 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 1992-01-01 with Health & Fitness categories.
"I highly recommend this brief resource booklet for those interested in studying Polynesian and cross-cultural herbal medicines." --Quarterly Review of Biology
Illness And Cure In Tonga
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Author : Siosiane Fanua Bloomfield
language : en
Publisher: [email protected]
Release Date : 2002
Illness And Cure In Tonga written by Siosiane Fanua Bloomfield and has been published by [email protected] this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with Birth control categories.
Polynesian Herbal Medicine
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Author : W. Arthur Whistler
language : en
Publisher: W. Arthur Whistler
Release Date : 1992
Polynesian Herbal Medicine written by W. Arthur Whistler and has been published by W. Arthur Whistler this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with Health & Fitness categories.
"The aim of this book is to present a picture of past and present Polynesian medicinal plants. Although several books have been published on herbal medicine in Polynesia, these are either limited in geographic scope (mostly to Hawai'i) or are unscientific in basis. Restricting the study of herbal medicine to a single Polynesian island or archipelago is a disadvantage because the early accounts of medicinal practices are so sketchy. A more comprehensive approach is rewarding because so much can be learned from the similarities among the various Polynesian cultures. A scientific approach is necessary because of the nature of the subject--medicine and plants. "To establish a comprehensive and scientific basis for this book, three types of research were conducted: (1) an extensive review of the literature on Polynesia; (2) interviews with scores of Polynesian healers in Hawai'i, Samoa, Tonga, Tahiti. the Cook Islands, and Tokelau; and (3) botanical collecting work in Polynesia over a twenty-year period, involving over forty research trips to the South Pacific." --from the Preface
Samoan Herbal Medicine
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Author : W. Arthur Whistler
language : en
Publisher: W. Arthur Whistler
Release Date : 1996
Samoan Herbal Medicine written by W. Arthur Whistler and has been published by W. Arthur Whistler this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Health & Fitness categories.
Two systems of health care exist side by side in Samoa--Samoan medicine and Western medicine. Western medicine is centered in three hospitals--Moto'otua Hospital near Apia, Tuasivi Hospital on Savai'i, and the Lyndon B. Johnson Tropical Medical Center in American Samoa. There are also a series of rural clinics, especially on Savai'i, that are staffed by district nurses. The doctors (foma'i) at the Western Samoan hospitals have either a Diploma of Medicine from the Fiji School of Medicine or an M.D. from New Zealand or elsewhere, and there are usually a few Pālagi (Western) M.D.s and interns from overseas who work along with them. The doctors in American Samoa are M.D.s from the U.S. or elsewhere, and serve on contract for two or more years. In most of the world, Western medicine has demonstrated its superiority over indigenous medical practices, but this is not the case in Samoa, at least not for all ailments. The first line of defense for many Samoans, particularly for infants, is Samoan medicine. This is not due to isolation, because most districts have a clinic, and the majority of the population is less than an hour's bus or car ride from one of the three hospitals noted above. However, a clinic staffed by a nurse is not the same as a hospital staffed by doctors and medical equipment. Savai'i is particularly weak in this area, since the one hospital is now (1994) being rebuilt, and often there are no more than two doctors for the entire island. The two systems are in direct competition, but there is very little conflict or tension. The doctors may think of the fofō--the traditional healers--as "witch doctors," and the fofō may confidently believe that the Western doctors just do not have the power to heal Samoan ailments, but there is little friction. Fofō recognize a dichotomy in ailments, with some classified as Samoan illnesses (ma'i Sāmoa) and others as Western illnesses (ma'i Pālagi). They usually treat only the former type, which they consider indigenous; if the fofō determine that the illness of a prospective patient belongs to the latter type, which is considered to be introduced by Westerners, and they do not have a medicine to treat it, the patient will be directed to a hospital or clinic. Likewise, some Western doctors may send patients to fofō if they believe that the ailment is not readily treatable with Western medicines or is psychological and is best treated by traditional Samoan means. However, referral from doctor to fofō is less common than the reverse. Instead of open friction, there is mutual tolerance and even some cooperation between the two systems. In its village public health programs, the Western Samoan Health Department has sought out village women (women's committee members), some of them being established fofō. The health department representatives--the district nurses living and working in the village--may even believe in Samoan medicine; even if they do not, they may refrain from condemning the practice in order to maintain harmony with their patients and village. The Health Department has even officially recognized some of the fofō, and supplies them with items such as gauze for use in the preparation of Samoan medicine.
Traditional Healing And Pacificans
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Author : Sitaleki A. Finau
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004
Traditional Healing And Pacificans written by Sitaleki A. Finau and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Healing categories.
Traditional Practices And Their Implications For Sustainable Development In Tonga
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Author : Sione L. Tongilava
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1994
Traditional Practices And Their Implications For Sustainable Development In Tonga written by Sione L. Tongilava and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Natural resources categories.
Introduction To Tonga
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Author : Gilad James, PhD
language : en
Publisher: Gilad James Mystery School
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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.
Plants Of Tonga
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Author : Truman George Yuncker
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1959
Plants Of Tonga written by Truman George Yuncker and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1959 with Botany categories.
Orchidaceae - Tonga - Pacific (S.S. 3-11, S. 86-92).
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.
Becoming Tongan
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Author : Helen Morton
language : en
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Release Date : 1996-08-01
Becoming Tongan written by Helen Morton 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 1996-08-01 with Social Science categories.
In this first detailed account of growing up in Tonga, Helen Morton focuses on the influence of anga fakatonga ("the Tongan way") in all facets of Tongan childhood, from the antenatal period to late adolescence. Childhood is a crucial period when cultural identity and notions of tradition are constructed, as well as beliefs about self, personhood, and emotion. Based on her anthropological fieldwork and her experiences in Tonga over several years, Morton traces the Tongan socialization process—from being vale (ignorant, socially incompetent) to becoming poto (clever, socially competent)—in fascinating detail. The socialization of emotion is also given detailed attention, especially the management of anger and emphasis on emotional restraint.