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From voyage to revelation: a vivid account of life in the Fiji islands and the voyage home.
This memoir follows a travel diary that swings between seas, ports, and frontline life among the Feejee people. It blends travel detail with sketches of daily routines, shipboard days, and the push-and-pull of mission work in a distant world. Readers see early impressions, shared meals, and moments of danger and humor, all framed by a traveler’s eye for place, people, and progress.
Across pages, the narrator records weather, journeys, and encounters that illuminate a 19th‑century frontier of exploration, faith, and cultural exchange. The scenes range from quiet harbors and homeward winds to crowded markets, medical concerns, and the rhythms of life aboard ship and ashore. The book invites readers to witness a historical moment through personal observation, offering a window into a world at once exotic and intimate.
- Firsthand observations of travel, illness, and life at sea
- Portraits of interactions with missionaries, sailors, and local communities
- Day‑by‑day entries that mix travelogue with cultural and historical notes
- A personal perspective on mission work, navigation, and life far from home
Ideal for readers curious about 19th‑century exploration, maritime diaries, and cultural encounters in the Pacific.
The book helps place the memoir in a historical frame while offering a clear, human vantage point on journeys, letters, and daily life on distant shores.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a rare glimpse into the fascinating and often misunderstood world of the Feejeeans, a South Pacific people who have long been shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Through the author's firsthand experiences living among them, we are transported to a land of stunning natural beauty and complex cultural practices. We witness both the harsh realities of their warrior culture and the surprising transformations brought about by the arrival of Christian missionaries. The author paints vivid portraits of powerful chiefs, intricate social customs, and the daily lives of the islanders. This book delves into the depths of Feejeean society, exploring their religious beliefs, social structures, and unique traditions. It sheds light on their struggles and triumphs as they navigate the shifting tides of colonialism and religious conversion. Ultimately, this book challenges our preconceived notions and invites us to see the Feejeeans not as mere "savages," but as a resilient and adaptable people with a rich cultural heritage. It is a testament to the transformative power of human connection and the enduring strength of the human spirit. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331607908_0
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Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 430 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.97 inches. This item is printed on demand. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers zk1331607906
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