Polynesian Researches V2: During A Residence Of Nearly Eight Years In The Society And Sandwich Islands (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432549664)

Polynesian Researches V2: During A Residence Of Nearly Eight Years In The Society And Sandwich Islands is a comprehensive account of the author's experiences and observations during his eight-year stay in the Polynesian islands of Society and Sandwich. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which provides detailed information about the geography, history, culture, and social structure of the islands.The author, William Ellis, was a British missionary who traveled to the Polynesian islands in the early 19th century. He lived among the locals, learned their language, and became intimately familiar with their customs and beliefs. His book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Polynesia.The first chapter of the book provides an overview of the geography of the islands, including their location, climate, and topography. The second chapter delves into the history of the islands, discussing their early settlement by Polynesians and their subsequent contact with Europeans.The remaining chapters of the book focus on various aspects of Polynesian culture and society. Ellis provides detailed descriptions of the people's language, religion, art, and music. He also discusses their daily life, including their food, clothing, and housing.Overall, Polynesian Researches V2: During A Residence Of Nearly Eight Years In The Society And Sandwich Islands is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique glimpse into the world of Polynesia. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of this fascinating region.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: William Ellis
ISBN-10: 1432549669
ISBN-13: 9781432549664
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d