Pioneer Life And Work In New Guinea 1877-1894 is a book written by James Chalmers, a Scottish missionary who spent 17 years in Papua New Guinea during the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Chalmers' experiences living and working among the indigenous people of New Guinea, including his efforts to establish Christian missions and promote Western education in the region.Throughout the book, Chalmers reflects on the challenges and rewards of his work, describing the daily struggles of life in a remote and unfamiliar environment, as well as the joys of building relationships with the local communities. He also discusses the broader political and social context of his time in New Guinea, including the impact of colonialism, the role of the British Empire in the region, and the tensions between different cultural groups.Pioneer Life And Work In New Guinea 1877-1894 is an important historical document, offering a unique perspective on the early days of European contact with the people of Papua New Guinea. It is also a fascinating personal memoir, providing insight into the life and work of a pioneering Christian missionary in a challenging and dynamic environment.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.
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