Life In The Southern Isles

""Life in the Southern Isles: or Scenes and Incidents in the South Pacific and New Guinea"" is a travelogue written by William Wyatt Gill in 1876. The book offers a detailed account of the author's experiences during his time in the South Pacific and New Guinea. Gill was a British missionary who spent several years living among the local people in these regions, and his book provides a fascinating insight into their cultures, customs, and way of life. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of life in the Southern Isles. Gill describes the geography of the region, including its islands and coral reefs, as well as the flora and fauna that can be found there. He also provides a detailed account of the local people, their languages, beliefs, and social customs. Throughout the book, Gill recounts numerous adventures and experiences he had during his time in the South Pacific and New Guinea. He describes his encounters with cannibals, his efforts to convert the local people to Christianity, and his interactions with other European explorers and missionaries. Overall, ""Life in the Southern Isles"" is a fascinating and detailed account of life in the South Pacific and New Guinea during the late 19th century. It provides a unique perspective on the region's history, cultures, and people, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history 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.