Tafahi, 1977-09
Scope and Contents
Stories and accounts of Tafahi, told by various speakers in conversation with Thomas Riddle. Recorded in Tafahi, Tonga, in September 1977.
Contents:
1. Vaka'aunofo, the chief of Tafahi, tells:
- The story of Viliami Tangi (a legendary man in Tafahi).
- The story of Seketo'a.
- Looking straight at the devil.
- The story of Fanueli.
- The story of Luse.
- The story of Vaka Faka'osi.
- The story of the epidemic sickness.
- The story of Maka Loloa.
- Vaka's responsibility and history.
2. Sipinga and Paulo Faka'osi talk about the naming of Kolo Kakala and about various things from the past.
3. 'Aisea tells:
- The story of the Fakafafa and Tauloto (two big rocks in Tafahi).
- The naming of Tafahi.
- The story of Viliami Tangi.
- The story of the Fatu's.
4. Fakamo Ta'u Fo'ou tells:
- The story of the stealing of Niuafo'ou.
5. Soane Patita tells:
- The story of Maui. Continues on tape 7.
Dates
- 1977-09
Creator
- From the Collection: Riddle, Thomas (Person)
Extent
From the Collection: 0.64 metres (Includes 9 open-reel tapes, 23 audiocassettes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: Tonga (Tonga Islands)
From the Collection: English
General
Original catalogue number: 79/260; Tonga T6
Repository Details
Part of the Archive of Māori and Pacific Sound, University of Auckland Repository
Level 3, General Library
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Private Bag 92109
Auckland 1010 New Zealand
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