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Children of the sago: Muyu texts

Contributor(s): Zahrer, Alexander (Author)

ISBN: 9783985541522

Publisher: Language Science Press

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Pub Date: July 4, 2025

Lexile Code: 0000

Target Age Group: NA to NA

Physical Info: 0.75" H x 9.61" L x 6.69" W ( 1.59 lbs) 328 pages

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Description: This collection of ten texts offers a unique glimpse into the language and culture of the Muyu, a Papuan people living in the heart of New Guinea. It features narratives from six storytellers, all of which have been transcribed, translated, and linguistically annotated. The presentation follows a two-part structure: first, a parallel-text format with Muyu and English arranged in columns; second, an interlinearized version for detailed linguistic analysis. The texts revolve around two central themes-myths of origin and accounts of encounters with animals. A brief introduction to the Muyu language and its speakers precedes the texts, providing essential context for readers from both linguistic and anthropological backgrounds.

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