Episode 164: Austronesian Myth or History?

The source for this podcast is from J.G. Cheock's 2021 book, Austronesian Myth or History?, Book 4. It explores Austronesian mythology and its potential connection to historical events in the 3rd millennium BC and beyond, drawing parallels between Austronesian legends and those of various other ancient civilizations, including China, Egypt, and the Mediterranean. The author uses archaeological evidence, such as jade artifacts and inscriptions, to support the asserted connections, proposing that Austronesian cultural traditions exerted significant influence on the development of numerous ancient societies. The book also examines the Austronesian dispersal across the Pacific and beyond, exploring the cultural exchanges and interactions with other groups. Finally, the text includes an analysis of a possible advanced Neolithic writing system within the Austronesian culture. Download PDF source here:Austronesian myth or history ?