A Study in Tinguian Folk-Lore

Name: A Study in Tinguian Folk-Lore
Author: Fay-Cooper Cole

By Fay-Cooper Cole

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A scholar compiles and analyzes a corpus of folktales collected during fieldwork among a mountain people of northern Luzon, organizing them into three groups: a mythic cycle featuring recurring supernatural actors and a catalog of leading figures; ritual diams preserved by mediums and recited during ceremonies; and popular stories told in daily life that show more outside influence. The study compares mythic material with observed customs, traces explanatory myths for natural phenomena and rites, and discusses storytelling contexts, transmission modes, and variation across towns without attempting historical reconstruction.

About the Author

Fay-Cooper Cole

Fay-Cooper Cole was an American anthropologist and ethnologist known for his extensive studies of the Tinguian people of the Philippines. His notable works, including "The Tinguian: Social, Religious, and Economic Life of a Philippine Tribe" and "A Study in Tinguian Folk-Lore," provide valuable insights into the culture, traditions, and social structures of this indigenous group. Cole's research contributed significantly to the understanding of Philippine folklore and the complexities of tribal life in Mindanao. His fieldwork and writings remain important resources for those interested in anthropology and the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines.