- Gebundene Ausgabe: 376 Seiten
- Verlag: Auckland University Press (August 1999)
- Sprache: Englisch
- ISBN-10: 1869402057
- ISBN-13: 978-1869402051
- Größe und/oder Gewicht: 24,4 x 17 x 3,2 cm
- Amazon Bestseller-Rang: Nr. 497.586 in Englische Bücher (Siehe Top 100 in Englische Bücher)
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This is an extensive biography of Queen Salote of Tonga. It is also a political and social history of the kingdom of Tonga between the years of 1900 and 1965. Researched over more than 20 years and written with the consent of the Tongan royal family, this book draws on the author's knowledge of Tongan society especially the role of rank, status and the complex marriage and kinship relations among the leading families. It is an in depth account of Queen Salote's skills in building and maintaining the loyalty of her people and the instability of the kingdom and in overcoming resistance both within and without Tonga. It is also a perceptive portrayal about individual personality, and gives a picture of ordinary people and daily people.
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Elegant and impressive, it is one of the key works in Pacific history published this decade. . . . This book is a revelation, lightly written and controversial. — Evening Post
Elegant and impressive, it is one of the key works in Pacific history published this decade. . . . This book is a revelation, lightly written and controversial. — Evening Post
Wood-Ellem’s life of this autocratic but attractive ruler is recommended reading for anyone interested in the Pacific region. — Sunday Star-Times
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One of the great female leaders of the 20th Century
7. Mai 2000
Format:Gebundene Ausgabe
Tonga is a unique place in being the only Polynesian kingdom to maintain its culture and government through the colonial period that brought down similar cultures in Hawaii and throughout the Pacific. Queen Salote adds to this uniqueness by being the ruling queen of Tonga in the first half of the Twentieth Century, an era dominated by male chauvenism. This story of her life and reign provides a wonderful view into the culture and history of this island kingdom. For papalangi (the Tongan word for people of Western society) this is not an easy book because there is a lot of Tongan names, geneology, and customs necessarily involved in the biography of their queen. Yet the very things that make it difficult also make it a rewarding book to read. What makes the book most enjoyable is the portrayal of this marvelous woman who ruled Tonga for almost 50 years. She ruled without use of force during a time of dissent from rival nobles and emerged one of the most revered leaders in Tongan history. She convinced her British advisors of her ability to rule and her island adversaries that their independence depended on her rule. I can recommend this book without reservation to anyone interested in women's studies, international biography, Polynesian history, or British colonial history.
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Ko e 'Otua Mo Tonga Ko Hoku Tofi'a
26. Februar 2000
Format:Gebundene Ausgabe
I sincerely recommend this book for all Tongans out there as well as those who are interested in discovering one of the most beloved Monarchs of our time. Queen Salote was not only a charismatic leader but also a progressive woman who brought Tonga to the forefront of the modern era by re-establishing its past. She restored the cultural pride of her people at a time when native cultures were suffering the ill-effects of Westernization.
This book will be a sweet recollection for those who were fortunate to witness her reign, and it will be a source of inspiration for younger generations who are seeking to learn about their themselves.
Truly, a remarkable book for a most remarkable person!
Good reading
18. April 2005
Format:Taschenbuch
This book is greatly recommended for anyone who has some any remote interest in the personage of Queen Salote or who has any spark of interest in the region that she ruled.
The author, Elizabeth Wood- Ellem, takes an intricate look into the life of one of the world's last remaining monarchies. She further sheds more light on the decision making process that occurred during the late Queen's reign.
While the book is a comfortable read, it also gives the reader a glimpse into Tongan culture and the traditions that were so embellished by the Queen.
The author, Elizabeth Wood- Ellem, takes an intricate look into the life of one of the world's last remaining monarchies. She further sheds more light on the decision making process that occurred during the late Queen's reign.
While the book is a comfortable read, it also gives the reader a glimpse into Tongan culture and the traditions that were so embellished by the Queen.
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