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100 1 _aO'Brien, Frederick,
_d1869-1932
245 1 0 _aAtolls of the Sun
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2020-07-19
508 _aProduced by Chris Whitehead, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Atolls of the Sun" by Frederick O'Brien is a travel memoir written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the author’s experiences and thoughts during his explorations of the South Seas, particularly focusing on the remote Paumotu Islands. Through vivid descriptions and personal reflections, O'Brien aims to convey both the beauty and the trials of life amongst the islands' native peoples. The opening of the memoir introduces the author as he departs from Tahiti aboard the schooner "Flying Fish", led by the charismatic captain Jean Moet. It captures his mixed emotions as he leaves behind familiar landscapes while heading toward the mysterious atolls of the Pacific. Through detailed depictions of the voyage, unique characters, and the challenges faced at sea, O’Brien sets the stage for a journey that promises adventure, encounters with distinct cultures, and reflections on the natural world. The narrative promises a blend of excitement and introspection as the author immerses himself into the enchanting yet perilous life of the atolls, establishing a personal connection with both the land and its inhabitants. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aOceania -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62697
999 _c103521
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