Traditions of the Tinguian: a Study in Philippine Folk-Lore

A collection of myths, ritual narratives, fables, and abstracts recorded from the Tinguian people of northwestern Luzon, organized with an introduction interpreting cultural elements that appear in the tales and comparing them with contemporary practices. The narratives range from mythical origins and spirit lore to ritual explanations and moral fables, repeatedly emphasizing headhunting, ceremonial rites (including the Sayang and Dawak), spirit mediums, marriage customs, funerary practices, offerings, and magical beliefs. Footnotes clarify local terms and customs, and many stories preserve older practices alongside later accretions, revealing how social values and ritual privilege shape daily life.