Author: TongaPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 696
Book Description
The Law of Tonga
Author: TongaThe Tonga Book
Author: Paul W. DalePublisher: Airleaf
ISBN: 9781600020711
Category : Ethnology
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The remarkable adventures of young William Mariner on a long voyage around the world and his long sojourn in the islands of Tonga whereof he gives a full account of those islands and the conduct of their lives. The author has brilliantly compiled the original manuscript published in 1817 and added his own notations and explanations, bringing fascinating island and inhabitants very much to life.
The Law of the Government of Tonga
Author: TongaTonga
Author: Martin DalyPublisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 0824831969
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
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.
Jonah from Tonga
Author: Chris LilleyPublisher: Allen & Unwin Academic
ISBN: 9781760111779
Category : Graphic novels
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The official tie-in to the hilarious Chris Lilley HBO television series Jonah from Tonga: a graphic novelization of the episodes recreates the series' memorable moments in vibrant color, and also includes exclusive behind-the-scenes content. After being expelled from Summer Heights High, Jonah Takalua was banished to Tonga to live with his Uncle Mamafu, but now he is causing more trouble than ever. Sent back to Sydney, Jonah wants to make his family proud, but while Jonah might be in a new school, he is still up to his old tricks: gangs and graffiti, fights and frenemies, breakdancing and law-breaking. Revisit the antics of Jonah, the teenage Tongan rebel, and meet his Fobba-licious crew in this full-color graphic novel adaptation of Chris Lilley's hilarious hit television series.
Church and State in Tonga
Author: Sione LatukefuPublisher: University of Queensland Press
ISBN: 1921902353
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 405
Book Description
First published in 1974, Church and State in Tonga is a classic study of the formative period of modern Tongan history. The years covered are from the re-establishment of the Wesleyan Methodist mission in the 1820s until the promulgation of the Tongan constitution in 1875. The missionaries assumed the role of political advisors, but by the 1850s the missionary monopoly was undermined and what author Sione Latukefu calls a "marriage of convenience" and an "alliance" began. The king became selective in the advice he accepted and took his own initiatives. Much of the book deals with the development of kingship and the emergence of written codes of law and the constitution. The book is dedicated to Queen Salote Tupou III who passed the traditions of the royal family to Latukefu, determined to impart her wealth of knowledge of the Tongan traditional past. Church and State in Tonga was the first substantial study by a Tongan of the history of the Tongan monarchy and government, a rich documentary study reinforced by knowledge of local language, customs, and traditions.
The Law and Practice of Extradition
Author: Sir Chartres BironPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Extradition
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
Land, Custom and Practice in the South Pacific
Author: R. Gerard WardPublisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 052147289X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
Land tenure arrangements are intimately linked with the organization of society, the economy, political structures and geography. In the South Pacific Islands the majority of land is held by community groups under 'customary' or 'traditional' forms of tenure. This book argues that land formerly held in common is now often controlled and used exclusively by individuals or nuclear families - it is being privatized. Detailed case studies demonstrate these trends in Western Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu and Fiji. Parallels are noted from Asia, Europe and Africa, where comparable forces of commercialization, individualization and socio-political change have brought comparable results. The denial of these trends by policy makers in the region reflects an interest in maintaining the image of traditionalism and its associated status and power. The divergence between rhetoric and reality creates dilemmas for many Pacific Islanders and their leaders.
Introduction to South Pacific Law
Author: Jennifer Corrin CarePublisher: Psychology Press
ISBN: 1845680391
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 482
Book Description
Providing an overview of the origins and development of the law and legal systems in the South Pacific, the authors examine the framework of legal systems in the region and the operation of state and customary laws. Exploring, not only the legal system generally, but also the constitution and jurisdiction of state courts and legislative provisions of individual jurisdictions and cases, it contains individual chapters on substantive areas of law. They cover: administrative law constitutional law contract law criminal law customary law family law land law tort law. Highlighting the distinguishing features of the substantive law in force in the South Pacific, this book is an essential resource for all those interested in the law of the South Pacific Islands region.
Constitution of Tonga
Author: Government of TongaPublisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
Delve into the foundational document of the Kingdom of Tonga with the "Constitution of Tonga." Drafted in the 1870s, this historical text outlines the principles, rights, and governance structure of the nation. A must-read for those interested in history, political science, and the evolution of national constitutions.