A STUDY OF STORIES, MYTHS AND LOCAL HISTORIES WITH A POWER NEGOTIATION OF THE OUTSIDE CAPITAL OF THE COMMUNITY

Abstract

This article is a study of stories, myths and local histories with the purpose to study utilization of data concerning local culture and interpretation in order to negotiating power with the outside capital in the area of Phuwiang mountain, Wiang Kao district, Khon Kaen province.

Findings of the study found it that Phu Wiang mountain community in Wiang Kao district, Khon Kaen province had built co-consciousness of people in the community through cultural interpretation for negotiating power with the outside capital. This consisted of 5 myths: 1. A myth called Phuwiang, the only Colony of Vientiane. 2. A myth about Phuwiang in an era Nai Pran Sing Kuanthip Montree and Thao Sri Suthor the ruler of Phuwiang 3. A myth of Praya Narin Songkram (Thongkum) Pak Chong Muang Phu Wiang as an aide-de-camp of King Anouvong 4. A myth about a clue to a treasure trove in Thung Yai Sao Aram Phuwiang mountain 5. A Myth about Boon Sajja festival or Boon Durn Hok of Wiang Kao people.