Two Cannibal Archipelagoes: New Hebrides And Solomon Groups (1890)

By Emma Hildreth Adams

Book Overview

""Two Cannibal Archipelagoes: New Hebrides And Solomon Groups"" is a non-fiction book written by Emma Hildreth Adams and originally published in 1890. The book provides a detailed account of the author's experiences and observations during her travels to the New Hebrides and Solomon Islands, two groups of islands located in the South Pacific. Adams describes the culture, customs, and way of life of the indigenous people living on these islands, including their religious beliefs, social structures, and practices such as cannibalism. She also discusses the impact of European colonization on these societies and the conflicts that arose as a result.The book provides a unique perspective on the history and anthropology of these island groups during the late 19th century, offering valuable insights into the lives of the people who inhabited them at the time. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the South Pacific 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166293661
• ISBN13: 9781166293666
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"