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The fish hook derives its form from its practical intention - to catch a fish. But in cultures where fishing is and always has been a main livelihood, the crafting of fish hooks becomes an Art. This volume features more than 600 fish hooks used by the peoples of the Pacific Islands, with life-size illustrations and accompanying texts.

Fish Hooks of the Pacific Islands: A Pictorial Guide to the Fish Hooks from the Peoples of the Pacific Islands

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    A Hardback by Daniel Blau, Klaus Maaz

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      Publisher: Hirmer Verlag
      Publication Date: 16/01/2012
      ISBN13: 9783777449319, 978-3777449319
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      Book Synopsis
      The fish hook derives its form from its practical intention - to catch a fish. But in cultures where fishing is and always has been a main livelihood, the crafting of fish hooks becomes an Art. This volume features more than 600 fish hooks used by the peoples of the Pacific Islands, with life-size illustrations and accompanying texts.

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