Amis Indigeneity in Taiwan
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 2248226 |
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| Authors | Niki J Alsford (University of Central Lancaster), Niki J P Alsford (0000-0003-1939-4313, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 40 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | 22-22 |
| Publication date | 2024-06-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Anthropology Today (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0268-540X • E-ISSN: 1467-8322 |
| Publisher | Wiley (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1111/1467-8322.12895 |
| OpenAlex | W4399296566 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 4 |
This comment explores the cultural heritage and challenges of the Amis, Taiwan's largest recognized Indigenous group. Drawing on Povinelli's 'The Cunning of Recognition,' it argues that state recognition perpetuates power imbalances and commodifies Amis culture. It examines the Amis age-set system, its role in preserving traditional knowledge, and its challenges due to modernization. It highlights the importance of community-led initiatives like 'Etolan Style in fostering cultural expression, economic empowerment, and the revitalization of Amis heritage in a post-colonial world
Genealogy · Sociology · Anthropology · History · Rangeland Management and Livestock Ecology · Vietnamese History and Culture Studies
| Highly cited | No |
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