Cannibals And Convicts

Cannibals and Convicts: Notes of Personal Experiences in the Western Pacific is a book written by Julian Thomas in 1886. The book is a memoir of the author's personal experiences while living and working in the Western Pacific region. Thomas was a British colonial official who spent several years in the Pacific islands during the late 19th century.The book is divided into two parts. The first part of the book focuses on the author's experiences in Fiji, where he was stationed as a magistrate. He describes the customs and traditions of the Fijian people, including their practice of cannibalism. Thomas also writes about the challenges he faced as a colonial official, including dealing with rebellious tribes and navigating the complex political landscape of the region.The second part of the book is devoted to Thomas's experiences in the Solomon Islands, where he worked as a superintendent of a prison colony. He describes the harsh conditions of the prison, which was populated mostly by convicts from Australia and New Zealand. Thomas also writes about his interactions with the local Melanesian population, including their customs and beliefs.Overall, Cannibals and Convicts provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of colonialism and the Western Pacific region during the late 19th century. It is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the complex and often violent interactions between European colonial officials and the indigenous people of the Pacific islands.This scarce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.