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  • A Pattern of Islands

    Arthur Grimble was sent to the Gilbert and Ellice islands as a colonial administrator in the twilight of the Edwardian era. He lived there for the next twenty-five years and developed a rare passion for the language, life and landscape of the place. Fortunately his island neighbours, a fascinating cast of fishermen, sorcerers, poets and fighters, began to trust this charming, happy and energetic ... Leer más

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  • Return to the Islands

    ''Return to the Islands'' by Sir Arthur Grimble serves as the sequel to his bestseller, A Pattern of Islands. It recounts his return to the Gilbert and Ellice Islands (modern-day Kiribati and Tuvalu) during the early 20th century to continue his work as a British colonial administrator. Unlike his first book, Grimble returns to the islands alone, without his family. He details his increased ... Leer más

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  • Migrations, Myth and Magic from the Gilbert Islands

    Early Writings of Sir Arthur Grimble

    Edición de Rosemary Grimble ...
    This book is a collection of Arthur Grimble's field notes and early writings, brought together in book form with linking pieces and a large number of illustrations. There are chapters on cannibalism and head hunting, on astronomy and on many aspects of the lives of the Gilbertese people from birth to death. Originally published in 1972. ... Leer más

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  • South Pacific Tales - Legends and Myths from Tonga, Samoa, Papua New Guinea, Easter Island (Folklore History Series)

    de Various ...
    The island nations of the South Pacific have an incredible oral history, their folklore and myths past down through the generations. This book is a fantastic collection of stories from such a vast area as the south pacific but share a common heritage. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are ... Leer más

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  • Navigating the Stars

    Maori Creation Myths

    de Witi Ihimaera ...
    From master storyteller Witi Ihimaera, a spellbinding and provocative retelling of traditional Maori myths for the twenty-first century. In this milestone volume, Ihimaera traces the history of the Maori people through their creation myths. He follows Tawhaki up the vines into the firmament, Hine-titama down into the land of the dead, Maui to the ends of the earth, and the giants and turehu who ... Leer más

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  • THE LOST LEMURIA

    Enriched edition. The Story of the Lost Civilization (Ancient Mysteries)

    In 'The Lost Lemuria' by William Scott-Elliot, the reader is taken on a journey through the mysterious and mythical land of Lemuria, a lost continent believed to have once existed in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Scott-Elliot utilizes a blend of historical research, speculative fiction, and spiritual teachings to paint a vivid picture of this ancient civilization and its connection to modern-day ... Leer más

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  • Big Game Shooting - Arctic Hunting

    de Arnold Pike ...
    A wonderful personal account of arctic hunting in the 1900s. A thrilling read for hunters and fans of adventure alike. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Leer más

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  • British Birds' Eggs and Nests - Where, When and How to Find and Recognise Them

    de Eric Pochin ...
    This vintage book contains a detailed guide to the birds eggs and nests of Britain, being a handbook of where, when, and how to find and recognise them. Profusely illustrated and full of invaluable tips, this timeless book is highly recommended for the modern bird watching enthusiast, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: “Swan”, “Cuckoo”, ... Leer más

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  • The Creation of the World According to Hawaiian Tradition

    de Liliuokalani ...
    Paphos Publishers offers a wide catalog of rare classic titles, published for a new generation.The Creation of the World According to Hawaiian Tradition was written down by the Queen of Hawaii Liliuokalani. ... Leer más

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  • Falconry

    With Notes on Gerfalcons, Kite Hawking, Hare Hawking, Merlins, How Managed, Lark Hawking, The Hobby, The Sacre, The Lanner, Shahins, Sport in India and Other Varieties of Hawks Used in Falconry

    This antiquarian book constitutes one volume of a detailed and useful guide to falconry, and includes information on kite hawking, hare hawking, merlins, management, lark hawking, the hobby, the lanner, sport in India, and other related issues. This fascinating and extensively illustrated text will be of considerable utility to modern hawking enthusiasts, and would make for a wonderful addition to ... Leer más

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  • Myths & Legends of Polyns

    de Andersen ...
    Myths & Legends of the Polynesians is an account of the history, art and mythology of the Polynesian peoples.The Polynesians had many myths and legends, but through the ages they had been circulated by word of mouth, and not recorded. They were recalled from the vast storehouse of time and memory by the old priests who treasured the old traditions, and by the kahuna or sorcerers who constantly ... Leer más

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  • LEGENDS of MAUI - 15 Polynesian Legends

    Legends, Tales and Myths from the Pacific

    Within this unique volume are 15 legends of Maui. Legends like:MAUI THE FISHERMAN,MAUI LIFTING THE SKY,MAUI SNARING THE SUNand twelve more captivating stories and tales from antiquity from the Polynesian people of the South Pacific.These legends are not only different from the myths of other nations, but they are unique in the character of the actions recorded. There are three centres for these ... Leer más

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