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| 100 | 1 | _aWalker, H. Wilfrid | |
| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aWanderings among South Sea Savages and in Borneo and the Philippines |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2001 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2001-03-01 | ||
| 508 | _aJeroen Hellingman Updated: 2022-10-29. | ||
| 520 | _a"Wanderings Among South Sea Savages and in Borneo and the Philippines" by H. Wilfrid Walker is a travelogue written in the early 20th century that chronicles the author's extensive adventures through various tropical regions. It primarily focuses on the author's experiences among indigenous peoples in the South Seas, including his encounters with the customs, cultures, and landscapes of Fiji, Borneo, and the Philippines. The narrative blends personal anecdotes with observations of native lifestyles, making it a rich tapestry of cultural exploration. The opening of the travelogue sets the stage for Walker's intriguing journey as he introduces readers to his initial experiences in Fiji, specifically his stay with a Fijian prince, Ratu Lala. Walker describes his voyage to the island, the vibrant local culture, and the contrasts he observes between the Fijians and Samoans. He shares details about a hurricane that strikes during his travels and provides a glimpse into royal life and the rituals of Ratu Lala’s household. Through these descriptions, the reader gets a sense of the complexities of life in this remote paradise, characterized by both beauty and danger, while also gaining insight into the author's appreciation for the people and experiences that shape his narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aOceania -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aEthnology -- Oceania | ||
| 653 | _aPhilippines -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aBorneo -- Description and travel | ||
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