Oral Narratives and the Ao-Nagas

Name: Oral Narratives and the Ao-Nagas
Brand: Highlander Press
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By Resenmenla Longchar

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Oral Narratives and the Ao-Nagas: A Journey of Identity Construction delves into the rich oral traditions of the Ao-Naga people, offering a compelling exploration of their culture, identity, and worldview. Rooted in a vibrant storytelling heritage passed down through generations, this collection preserves folktales, myths, and personal accounts that reflect the Ao-Nagas' profound connection to community, environment, and spiritual life.
Through meticulously gathered narratives, the book reveals themes of identity formation, migration, and social values. Steeped in motifs of transformation, kinship, and interconnection with nature, these stories serve as powerful vehicles of cultural preservation and self-expression. Drawing on extensive fieldwork and nuanced analysis, the book offers an intimate portrait of Ao-Naga social dynamics, gender roles, and spiritual cosmology.
More than a mere compilation of stories, Oral Narratives and the Ao-Nagas invites readers to experience the essence of Ao-Naga life-its struggles, triumphs, and the evolving identity of a people navigating the shifting currents of history, modernity, and globalization.
Essential reading for anthropologists, folklorists, and storytellers alike, this volume bridges cultural divides and affirms the enduring power of oral tradition.

Product details

Binding:: Paperback
Number of Pages:: 124
Release Date:: 2025-08-02
Publication Date:: 2025-08-02
Publisher:: Highlander Press
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN13:: 9798987933916
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]
Weight:: 192 g
Height:: 152 cm
Width:: 229 cm
Thickness:: 7 cm

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