Ifugao Law by Roy Franklin Barton
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Barton, Roy Franklin, 1883-1947
English
"Ifugao Law" by R. F. Barton is an ethnographic account written in the early 20th century. This publication delves into the legal system and customs of the Ifugao people, a group known for their intricate rice terraces in the Philippines. It examines the roots of Ifugao law, including its connection to customs and taboos, and explores topics rangin...
of the work introduces the Ifugao culture, emphasizing its lack of formal political governance yet robust systems of customary law derived from taboos and social norms. It posits that, despite being labeled as "barbaric" by outsiders, the Ifugao people maintain relative peace and cohesion through their customary laws, which are crucial to their social fabric. Barton sets the stage for a thorough examination of the unique aspects of Ifugao law, including marriage contracts, property inheritance, and clan responsibilities, while situating these practices within a broader anthropological discourse on primitive societies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Steven Thomas
3 months agoWithout a doubt, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. A solid resource I will return to often.
Andrew Thompson
5 months agoSimply put, the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. I learned so much from this.
Deborah Lee
5 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the content encourages further exploration of the subject. Simply brilliant.
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William Martin
1 month agoI’ve been searching for content like this and the examples used throughout the text are practical and relevant. Well worth recommending.