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Contents ❖ Preface ix Glossary xxi 1 Identity, History, Tradition 1 2 Sources 23 3 Overview of Passamaquoddy Songs 53 4 Musical Instruments 67 5 Welcoming Ceremonies 95 6 Ceremonies of Peace and War 115 7 The Marriage Ceremony and Social Dances 145 8 Aesthetics and Survival 172 Appendix: Transcriptions 191 Notes 221 References 237 Index 251 ...

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