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_aMyrica, Pierre de, _d1875-1951 |
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_aDoor Centraal-Oceaniƫ : _bDe Aarde en haar Volken, 1908 |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2005-12-14 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ Character set for HTML: ISO-8859-1 | ||
| 520 | _a"Door Centraal-Oceaniƫ" by Pierre de Myrica is a travel literature written in the early 20th century. The book recounts a voyage through the South Pacific, focusing particularly on the islands of Fiji, Wallis, and Futuna. The narrative likely explores themes of colonialism, cultural encounters, and the author's observations of indigenous lifestyles, showcasing both the beauty of the islands and the complexities of the cultures encountered. In this exploration, the author details his experiences as he embarks on a journey from Tahiti to various islands, providing insights into the geography, history, and the peoples of Central Oceania. The narrative captures interactions with Fijian communities, highlighting their unique customs and social structures, including the remnants of cannibalistic practices and the impact of European colonization. As he visits places like the bustling harbor of Suva and the peaceful village of Rewa, de Myrica reflects on the changing dynamics in these regions, portraying the tension between traditional ways of life and external influences, while also delving into the natural beauty and cultural richness of the islands. The book serves as both a travelogue and a commentary on the profound changes occurring in Oceania at the turn of the century. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aFiji -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aFiji -- Social life and customs | ||
| 653 | _aWallis and Futuna Islands -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aWallis and Futuna Islands -- Social life and customs | ||
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