Peoples of the Philippines
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Seen from the end the shape is therefore that of a low gabled roof. A boss is either absent or is a mere thickening of the ridge down the middle. At the present time this type of shield is known only from northern Luzon, where its most extreme form is attained among the Tinggian and Kalinga. With these tribes it is fashioned into three long prongs above and two below. The solid portion is comparatively small, and the weapon is obviously one for parrying rather than receiving missiles. It has ev...en Fig. 32. Roof- Shaped Northern Type of Rectangu- lar Shield with Ex- aggerated Prongs.
Kalinga.
SOCIETY 169 an offensive purpose. In combat, the endeavor is often made to suddenly thrust the three prongs of the upper end against the opponent's legs and with a quick twist trip him up. As soon as he falls, the two prongs at the opposite end are jammed over his neck, pinning his head to the ground and allowing his easy decapitation.
Among the Bontok and Nabaloi, the prongs persist, but have be- come so short and blunt as to leave only shallow scallops be- tween them which can serve no practical purpose, and are ob- viously decorative.
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To quickly assess the difficulty of the text, read a short excerpt:
Seen from the end the shape is therefore that of a low gabled roof. A boss is either absent or is a mere thickening of the ridge down the middle. At the present time this type of shield is known only from northern Luzon, where its most extreme form is attained among the Tinggian and Kalinga. With these tribes it is fashioned into three long prongs above and two below. The solid portion is comparatively small, and the weapon is obviously one for parrying rather than receiving missiles. It has ev...en Fig. 32. Roof- Shaped Northern Type of Rectangu- lar Shield with Ex- aggerated Prongs.
Kalinga.
SOCIETY 169 an offensive purpose. In combat, the endeavor is often made to suddenly thrust the three prongs of the upper end against the opponent's legs and with a quick twist trip him up. As soon as he falls, the two prongs at the opposite end are jammed over his neck, pinning his head to the ground and allowing his easy decapitation.
Among the Bontok and Nabaloi, the prongs persist, but have be- come so short and blunt as to leave only shallow scallops be- tween them which can serve no practical purpose, and are ob- viously decorative.
What to read after Peoples of the Philippines?
You can find similar books in the "Read Also" column, or choose other free books by Kroeber, A. L. (Alfred Louis), 1876-1960 to read onlineMoreLess
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