Description
Book SynopsisThis historical ethnography draws attention to the range of cultural and social practices that exist within contemporary Okinawa. The narrative problematizes both the location of identity and the processes involved in negotiating identities within Okinawa.
Trade ReviewA pleasure to read....An important voice in the discourse on Okinawa. The author deserves special credit for his original and innovative approach towards Okinawan studies. * H-Asia *
The best English-language study to date in depicting the diversity and complexity within Japan's southernmost prefecture. * The Journal of Japanese Studies *
Timely and interesting. * Bulletin of the School of Oriental and African Studies *
Allen has set an innovative methodological agenda....[A] fine ethnographic narrative filled with vivid descriptions. An enjoyable read. * Monumenta Nipponica *
Table of ContentsPart 1 Part I: Memory, Locality, and History Chapter 2 Wolves and Tigers: Remembering the Kumejima Massacres Chapter 3 Locality and Diaspora on Kumejima Chapter 4 Dialect and Dialectics Chapter 5 Educating Society Part 6 Part II: Mental Health, Shamanism, and Identity Chapter 7 When Spirits Attack: Shamanism, Psychiatry, and Schizophrenia Chapter 8 The Unsuccessful Shaman's Apprentice Chapter 9 The Akebono-kai: Stigma and Identity Part 10 Part III: Regionalism and Identity Chapter 11 Selling Kume to Japan: Tourism as the last Resort Chapter 13 Glossary Chapter 13 Confusing the Issues Chapter 14 Interviews Chapter 15 List of Illustrations Chapter 16 Index
