Omai: First Polynesian Ambassador To England

By Thomas Blake Clark

Book Overview

Omai: First Polynesian Ambassador To England is a biographical book written by Thomas Blake Clark. The book tells the story of Omai, a young Polynesian man who was brought to England by Captain Cook in 1774. Omai was the first Polynesian to visit England and was received with great curiosity and admiration by the British public.The book details Omai's life in England, including his meetings with King George III, his interactions with high society, and his experiences with the British culture. Omai quickly became a celebrity in England, with many people fascinated by his exotic appearance and his stories of life in Polynesia.Despite his popularity, Omai struggled to adjust to life in England and often felt homesick for his home in Polynesia. The book explores the cultural differences between Polynesia and England and how Omai navigated these differences.Overall, Omai: First Polynesian Ambassador To England is a fascinating look at a unique moment in history when two vastly different cultures collided. The book provides a detailed account of Omai's life and his impact on British society, making it a must-read for anyone interested in history or cultural exchange.The True Story Of His Voyage There In 1774 With Captain Cook; Of How He Was Feted By Fanny Burney, Approved By Samuel Johnson, Entertained By Mrs. Thrale And Lord Sandwich And Painted By Sir Joshua Reynold.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163167053
• ISBN13: 9781163167052
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"