| Author |
Verschuur, Gerrit |
| Title |
Reis naar de Fidsji-eilanden
De Aarde en haar Volken, 1892
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the PG Distributed Proofreaders Team
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| Summary |
"Reis naar de Fidsji-eilanden" by Gerrit Verschuur is a travelogue written during the late 19th century. The book recounts the author's journey to the Fiji Islands, providing a vivid portrayal of the culture, people, and natural beauty he encounters. It reflects on the historical context of colonialism and the transformation of local societies under European influence. In this narrative, Verschuur shares his experiences upon arriving on the islands, where he encounters the unique appearance and customs of the Fijians, who were once cannibals but have since embraced a more peaceful way of life under British rule. The book details his observations of the lush tropical environment and the daily lives of both the indigenous people and the European settlers. Through a series of encounters, Verschuur illustrates the stark contrasts between local traditions and colonial practices, while also reflecting on the complexities of cultural change and the impact of colonization on the Fijian identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Dutch |
| LoC Class |
DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas)
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| Subject |
Fiji -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
14561 |
| Release Date |
Jan 2, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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