Jean-Marie Tjibaou, Kanak Witness to the World: An Intellectual Biography

by Eric Waddell

Jean-Marie Tjibaou is arguably the most important post-World War II Oceanic leader. His intellectual abilities, acute understanding of both Melanesian and European civilizations, stature as a statesman, commitment to nonviolence, and vision for Melanesia's potential contributions to the global community have all contributed to the creation of a remarkable and enduring legacy. Until now, no substantial English-language study has existed of Tjibaou,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0824833147
• ISBN13: 9780824833145
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.1"