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The Story of Bantugan

In short: In this Mindanao tale, an island rises where Bantugan’s ship sinks.

The Story of Bantugan · A Maranao hero FAIRY TALE ATLAS · № 27 The Story of Bantugan In this Mindanao tale, an island rises where Bantugan’s ship sinks. Origin Maranao storytelling tradition of Mindanao. Atlas record 1916 First appearance Exact date unknown SIGNATURE MOTIF A Maranao hero Reach¹ 1/10 Suggested age² 8+ Member rating No votes yet 1 records · 1 countries or regions blackhorsestories.com

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Origin and tradition

Maranao storytelling tradition of Mindanao.

In Mabel Cook Cole’s 1916 collection, a sea battle ends with the sinking of Bantugan’s ship. An island rises near the mouth of the Rio Grande, and the tale makes it a new home for him and his warriors. When his wife’s ship sinks, Mount Timaco rises. Two losses at sea give the coast two places to remember.

Dated records and sources

  1. 1916 · Mindanao, Philippines
    Mabel Cook Cole · Philippine Folk Tales

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