MEGAREMENG AND OTHER ANTOLOGY OF THE SHORT STORY AS THE REFLECTION OF MADURESE IDENTITY AND CULTURE IN MADURA ISLAND
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culture, identity, historical background, Sumenep/Madura society, Megaremeng amd Other Stories.Abstract
This research examines the aspects of the culture, tradition, and historical background of the tales entitled "Megaremeng" and other tales. This analysis utilized the tales due to their strong representation of Madura culture, tradition, and historical background. To collect data, ethnographic research was conducted through interviews with stakeholders from Sumenep to obtain original information. Then, the data was rewritten with the principles of children's literature by adding any conflicts and illustrations to attract the readers to read the tales. The flying horse, or Megaremeng, was closely related with the society in Sumenep, as proof it is used as the emblem of the city until today. It means Mearemeng was told orally from one generation to the next. As the ride of the king, Megaremeng was trusted by the society that still exists. It can be found in the gravestone of two Sumenep noble’s family today, and also it was in the Sumenep museum in front of the Sumenep or Songenep palace. The identity of Sumenep and Madura was also depicted in Joko Thole’s custom with a traditional Madura shirt; thus, it can have brought the readers' imagination into the reality.
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