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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This volume delves into the wide-ranging history of the Pacific Islands, drawing from ethnographic collections in the Bishop Museum to present a comprehensive view of the diverse inhabitants of this vast region. It begins by establishing the geographical scope of the book, encompassing islands from the Hawaiian archipelago to New Zealand, a setting that has been sculpted by volcanic activity, wind, and ocean currents. The author then provides a concise overview of the European explorers who, driven by scientific, political, and economic ambitions, mapped the islands and encountered their peoples. This book explores the themes of cultural diversity, linguistic variation, and complex histories that define the Pacific realm. The text is rich in detail about the islands' peoples, their languages, customs, and traditions, seen through the lens of history and illustrated by numerous photographs. Through its exploration of the region's complex past, this work sheds light on how the Pacific Islands came to be the crossroads of cultures and ethnicities it is today, offering valuable insights into the development of human societies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334290084_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334290084
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