Kastom and Culture of Erromango

Author(s)
Naupa, Anna
Title
Kastom and Culture of Erromango
Alternative Title
Nompi en Ovoteme Erromango
Publication Type
Book
Language
eng bis fre Erromangan Dialect
Location
Vanuatu
Keywords
Erromango Erromango Cultural Association Simanlou Traditional governance Language
Relevance to ICH Safeguarding
documentation promotion awareness raising
ICH Genre
oral tradition oral tradition ICH in general social practices others
Description
This book is based on the custom and culture of Erromango. It talks about the beginning of culture and custom in Erromango, going further to describe traditional life on the island, including some of the custom ceremonies involved in the traditional life of someone from Erromango. The book also talks about previous research that has taken place, including research on the Rock Arts found on the island and the different artefacts associated with the custom and culture of Erromango.
Publisher
Erromango Cultural Association
Place of Publication
Port Vila, Vanuatu
Date of Publication
2011
ISBN
978-982-9132-01-7
Academic Field
Social practices Oral history/tradition
Community/Ethnic Group
Erromango Island Vanuatu
Contributor
Vanuatu Cultural Centre
Active Contribution
Vanuatu, FY 2024
Data Collection Project