Journal Of A Cruise Among The Islands Of The Western Pacific

""Journal Of A Cruise Among The Islands Of The Western Pacific: Including The Fijis And Other Inhabited By The Polynesian Negro Races, In Her Majesty�������s Ship Havannah (1853)"" is a travelogue written by John Elphinstone Erskine. The book chronicles his experiences during a cruise to the Western Pacific Islands in 1853 aboard the British naval ship, Havannah. Erskine provides a detailed account of the various islands he visited, including the Fijis and other islands inhabited by Polynesian Negro races. He describes the local customs, traditions, and way of life of the islanders. Erskine also provides insights into the flora and fauna of the region, as well as the geography and climate of the islands.The book is written in a straightforward and descriptive style that transports readers to the exotic locales Erskine visited. It is a valuable resource for those interested in the history and culture of the Western Pacific Islands, as well as for travelers seeking inspiration for their own adventures. Overall, ""Journal Of A Cruise Among The Islands Of The Western Pacific"" is a fascinating and informative account of a 19th-century naval expedition to a remote and little-known region of the world.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.