In het Oerwoud en bij de Kannibalen op de Nieuwe Hebriden : De Aarde en haar Volken, 1918

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Speiser, Felix, 1880-1949

Language:

Dutch

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"In het Oerwoud en bij de Kannibalen op de Nieuwe Hebriden" by Felix Speiser is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This engaging account details the author's adventures in the jungles and among the indigenous people of the New Hebrides, as he encounters both the beauty of nature and the complexities of indigenous culture. The narrative promises to explore themes of exploration, cultural interaction, and the challenges posed by the natural environment. The opening of the book introduces us to the author's trek across the lush, rain-soaked landscapes of the New Hebrides, specifically focusing on his immersive experiences with the local populations and their agricultural practices. He describes his journey from Talamacco to the village of Wora, detailing the terrain's challenges, including a relentless downpour, which contributes to both his physical exhaustion and an atmosphere of adventure. As he navigates through the wilderness, he encounters a variety of local customs and landscapes, including an impressive irrigation system for taro cultivation and the daily lives of the villagers. This introductory portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the cultural and environmental nuances he will uncover throughout his journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/

Notes:

Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-03-20