Restricted exchange in the new guinea highlands
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 2690164 |
|---|---|
| Authors | James F Weiner (corresponding author) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Volume | 2 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 75-93 |
| Publication date | 1979-10-01 |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | BOOK |
| Venue | Canberra Anthropology (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0314-9099 • E-ISSN: 1740-9314 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/03149097909508629 |
| OpenAlex | W2325402826 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 6 |
| References cited | 30 |
This article examines the restricted exchange systems of the Melpa and Hagen peoples of the New Guinea Highlands. Weiner argues that these systems, characterized by the circulation of valuables like pigs and shells, are not primarily driven by economic motives but rather serve to create and maintain social relationships and political alliances. He contrasts restricted exchange with more open market systems and explores the social and cultural implications of these different exchange practices. The article highlights the role of kinship, marriage, and ceremonial exchange in shaping the political economy of these Highland societies and contributes to a broader understanding of exchange systems in non-capitalist societies
Archaeology · Ethnology · Geography · New guinea · Sociology · Anthropological Studies and Insights · Anthropology · History
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| Unique citing works | 6 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 0,14 |
| Citation span | 1984 - 2010 (27) |
| Citation velocity | historical |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 6 |