Old Samoa: Or Flotsam And Jetsam From The Pacific Ocean (1897) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781120815552)

Old Samoa: Or Flotsam And Jetsam From The Pacific Ocean is a historical book written by John Bettridge Stair in 1897. The book is a collection of essays and articles that Stair wrote during his time in Samoa, where he served as a British consul. The book provides a detailed account of the social, political, and cultural aspects of Samoan life during the late 19th century. Stair covers a wide range of topics, including the Samoan language, religion, customs, and traditions. He also discusses the impact of European colonization on the Samoan people and their way of life. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in Samoan history and culture, as well as for scholars studying the impact of colonialism on indigenous communities.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.

Author: John Bettridge Stair
ISBN-10: 112081555X
ISBN-13: 9781120815552
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/07/2009
Pages: 298
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.34lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d