Wanderings In A Wild Country: Or Three Years Amongst The Cannibals Of New Britain (1883) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165793471)

Wanderings In A Wild Country: Or Three Years Amongst The Cannibals Of New Britain is a book written by Wilfred Powell and originally published in 1883. The book is a personal account of Powell's experiences during his three-year stay in New Britain, an island located in Papua New Guinea. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Powell's journey, including his arrival in New Britain, his encounters with the local people, his observations of their customs and traditions, and his adventures in the wild. Powell describes the natural beauty of the island and the challenges he faced while navigating through its dense forests and rugged terrain. Throughout the book, Powell provides insights into the culture and lifestyle of the indigenous people of New Britain, including their practices of cannibalism, which he witnessed firsthand. He also writes about his interactions with European traders and missionaries who had established a presence on the island. Wanderings In A Wild Country is a fascinating and engaging read that offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of Papua New Guinea. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in anthropology, colonial history, or adventure travel.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: Wilfred Powell
ISBN-10: 1165793474
ISBN-13: 9781165793471
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 306
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.64d