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Cannibal- Land, Adventures With a Camera in the New Hebrides: The Riverside Library
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Australia & OceaniaAustralia & OceaniaGeneral Photography
ISBN13: 9781025959672
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 210
Weight: 0.66
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Cannibal-Land, Adventures With a Camera in the New Hebrides is a gripping firsthand account of exploration and ethnographic photography in the South Pacific. Renowned explorer Martin Johnson documents his perilous journey through the New Hebrides-modern-day Vanuatu-at a time when much of the interior remained largely uncharted by outsiders. Driven by a desire to capture the authentic lives and customs of the Big Nambas and other indigenous tribes, Johnson utilizes his camera as a primary tool of discovery, providing a rare visual and narrative record of a world caught between ancient traditions and the encroaching influence of the West.
The narrative follows Johnson and his companions as they navigate dense jungles, negotiate with tribal leaders, and witness ceremonies rarely seen by Western eyes. This work is both an adventure story and a significant historical document, reflecting the early 20th-century fascination with remote cultures and the evolving art of travel cinematography. Readers will find a compelling blend of suspenseful encounters and detailed observations of the landscape and people of the South Seas. Cannibal-Land stands as a testament to the golden age of exploration, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of technology, travel, and anthropology during a transformative era.
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