The New Shape of Old Island Cultures: A Half Century of Social Change in Micronesia

by Francis X. Hezel and Francis X. Hezel S.J.

The years since World War II have brought unprecedented social change to Micronesia. Now, drawing on more than four decades of experience living and working in the region, Francis X. Hezel assesses the most striking changes to have swept over the islands in the past fifty years. His careful and comprehensive reading of Micronesian anthropology and history allows him to present insights into patterns of change touching the lives of not only Micronesians...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0824823931
• ISBN13: 9780824823931
• Release Date: May 2001
• Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"