Mapping The World In The Mind: An Investigation Of The Unwritten Knowledge Of The Micronesian Navigators
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: David Turnbull
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Deakin University, 1991
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This scholarly work uncovers the intricate, non-textual systems of knowledge employed by Micronesian navigators. It meticulously details how these master seafarers construct sophisticated mental maps of their oceanic world, guiding their voyages across vast distances without modern instruments. The book presents a compelling argument for the complexity and efficacy of indigenous cognitive frameworks, illustrating a profound understanding of celestial mechanics, wave patterns, and environmental cues. Turnbull's research illuminates a rich cultural heritage, challenging Western-centric notions of cartography and scientific understanding. This insightful study offers a unique perspective on human ingenuity and the diverse ways cultures interpret and interact with their environment.
Author: David Turnbull
Published: 1991, Deakin University
Author: David Turnbull
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Deakin University, 1991
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This scholarly work uncovers the intricate, non-textual systems of knowledge employed by Micronesian navigators. It meticulously details how these master seafarers construct sophisticated mental maps of their oceanic world, guiding their voyages across vast distances without modern instruments. The book presents a compelling argument for the complexity and efficacy of indigenous cognitive frameworks, illustrating a profound understanding of celestial mechanics, wave patterns, and environmental cues. Turnbull's research illuminates a rich cultural heritage, challenging Western-centric notions of cartography and scientific understanding. This insightful study offers a unique perspective on human ingenuity and the diverse ways cultures interpret and interact with their environment.