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In Far New Guinea: A Stirring Record Of Work And Observation Amongst The People Of New Guinea (1914)

In Far New Guinea: A Stirring Record Of Work And Observation Amongst The People Of New Guinea (1914)

Newton, Henry

Paperback

AnthropologyFiction AnthologiesRegional: Middle Atlantic

ISBN10: 1166614646
ISBN13: 9781166614645
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 382
Weight: 1.12
Height: 0.79 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In Far New Guinea is a non-fiction book written by Henry Newton in 1914. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences and observations during his time working with the people of New Guinea. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of life in New Guinea, including the geography, culture, and customs of the people. The author describes his journey to New Guinea and his initial encounters with the locals. He also provides insights into the social and religious practices of the people, including their beliefs in spirits and their use of magic. Newton also shares his observations on the flora and fauna of the region, as well as the landscape and climate. Throughout the book, Newton emphasizes the challenges faced by the people of New Guinea, including disease, poverty, and colonialism. He also highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of the people, as well as their deep connection to the land and their traditions. Overall, In Far New Guinea is a fascinating and informative account of life in a remote and unfamiliar part of the world. The book provides valuable insights into the culture and customs of the people of New Guinea, as well as the challenges and opportunities of living in a remote and isolated region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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