The Cruise Of The Rosario Amongst The New Hebrides And Santa Cruz Islands (1873)

The Cruise of the Rosario Amongst the New Hebrides and Santa Cruz Islands is a travelogue and memoir written by Albert Hastings Markham in 1873. The book details his experiences during a two-year voyage aboard the HMS Rosario, a British naval vessel, as it explored the islands of the South Pacific. Markham provides a vivid account of the people, culture, and natural environment of the New Hebrides and Santa Cruz Islands, which were largely unknown to Westerners at the time. He describes the customs and traditions of the islanders, their languages and religions, and their interactions with European explorers and missionaries. The book also includes detailed observations of the flora and fauna of the islands, including descriptions of exotic birds, fish, and plants. Markham's writing is notable for its scientific accuracy and attention to detail, as well as its engaging storytelling style. Overall, The Cruise of the Rosario Amongst the New Hebrides and Santa Cruz Islands is a fascinating historical document that provides a unique perspective on the South Pacific in the 19th century. It is recommended for anyone interested in travel writing, anthropology, or the history of exploration.Exposing The Recent Atrocities Connected With The Kidnapping Of Natives In The South Seas.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.