Nineteen Years In Polynesia
ISBN: 978-14-326-9983-3
Format: 19.1x23.5cm
Liczba stron: 584
Oprawa: Miękka
Wydanie: 2007 r.
Język: angielski
Dostępność: dostępny
Nineteen Years In Polynesia: Missionary Life, Travels And Researches In The Islands Of The Pacific is a book written by George Turner. It is a comprehensive account of Turner's experiences as a missionary in Polynesia, covering a period of nineteen years. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Turner's life in Polynesia. The first few chapters provide an overview of Turner's journey to Polynesia, his arrival in Samoa, and his initial experiences as a missionary. The subsequent chapters delve into his travels and research in various islands of the Pacific, including Tonga, Fiji, and the Cook Islands. Turner provides detailed descriptions of the people, customs, and traditions of each island, as well as his interactions with the locals.The book also includes several chapters on Turner's work as a missionary, including his efforts to spread Christianity in Polynesia, his interactions with other missionaries, and his experiences with the local chiefs and rulers. Additionally, Turner provides insights into the social and political conditions of Polynesia during the 19th century.Overall, Nineteen Years In Polynesia: Missionary Life, Travels And Researches In The Islands Of The Pacific is a fascinating account of a missionary's experiences in Polynesia. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and traditions of the Pacific islands.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.