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100 1 _aBanfield, E. J.
_q(Edmund James),
_d1852-1923
245 1 0 _aMy Tropic Isle
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-12-01
508 _aThis eBook was produced by Col Choat
520 _a"My Tropic Isle" by E. J. Banfield is a memoir reflecting on life in a secluded tropical setting, written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the author's experiences living on an unpopulated island off the coast of North Queensland, Australia, exploring themes of simplicity, nature, and solitude. Banfield delves into both the mundane aspects of sustaining life in this idyllic paradise, as well as the profound joys and philosophical reflections that arise from embracing a simple existence away from societal norms. The opening of the memoir introduces readers to Banfield's tranquil life on the island, where he reflects on the challenges and delights of living amidst nature. He describes the early days of settling on the island with friends, the construction of a home from local materials, and the adaptations necessary for survival. Through vivid imagery, he shares anecdotes of daily life, touching on the beauty of the landscape, the peculiarities of local wildlife, and the profound silence that envelops the isle. The narrative combines personal insight with a celebration of the island's untamed beauty, setting an evocative tone for the rest of the memoir as he invites readers to find joy in simplicity and to appreciate the rich experiences that a close connection with nature can provide. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aDunk Island (Qld.)
653 _aNatural history -- Australia -- Dunk Island (Qld.)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7177
999 _c49168
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