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Documents the dynamics of traditional feasting and the ways in which a bewildering array of different types of feasts benefits hosts. Brian Hayden argues that people's ability to marry, reproduce, defend themselves against threats and attacks, and protect their interests in village politics all depend on their ability to engage in feasting networks.

Feasting in Southeast Asia

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      Publisher: University of Hawai'i Press
      Publication Date: 2/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780824876777, 978-0824876777
      ISBN10: 0824876776
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      Archaeology by period / region Cultural studies: food and society Social and cultural anthropology

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      Book Synopsis
      Documents the dynamics of traditional feasting and the ways in which a bewildering array of different types of feasts benefits hosts. Brian Hayden argues that people's ability to marry, reproduce, defend themselves against threats and attacks, and protect their interests in village politics all depend on their ability to engage in feasting networks.

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