Faithin Omaha eBook Collection

"This book is based on research in museum collections and on fieldwork in Polynesia and Fiji ..."--Page 3.

Tongan barkcloth, made from the inner bark of the paper mulberry tree, still features lavishly in Polynesian ceremonies all over the world. Yet despite the atte

Barkcloth, or masi, is the traditional art form of the women of Vatulele Island. Its manufacture continues to flourish, even increase, while many other arts are