Ifugao Law
by Barton, R. F. (Roy Franklin)
Ifugao Law by R. F. Barton offers a detailed exploration of the traditional legal customs of the Ifugao people in the Philippines. Based on anthropological fieldwork, it examines the principles and practices that regulate social order, disputes, and community life in this indigenous society. An essential study for those interested in cultural jurisprudence.
About This Book
Ifugao Law presents an in-depth study of the indigenous legal practices among the Ifugao people of the Philippines. Authored by R. F. Barton, a renowned anthropologist, the work draws from extensive fieldwork to document these traditional systems.
The book outlines the principles, procedures, and social mechanisms that maintain order within Ifugao communities. It highlights how customary laws address disputes, property, and familial relations without reliance on written codes.
Barton's analysis provides valuable insights into the interplay between culture and jurisprudence in non-Western societies. This text serves as a foundational resource for understanding ethnographic approaches to legal anthropology.
Through careful observation, the author illustrates the resilience and adaptability of Ifugao legal traditions in the face of external influences.
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