Reminiscences of the South Seas by John La Farge
"Reminiscences of the South Seas" by John La Farge is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century, capturing the author's experiences and observations during his journey through the Pacific Islands. La Farge, a painter and writer, illustrates not only the beautiful landscapes and cultures he encounters but also shares reflections on life and nature that enrich his storytelling. Through this work, readers can expect a vivid and personal exploration of
the South Seas, blending art and literature. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for La Farge’s journey, beginning as he departs from San Francisco. He captures the contrast between the familiar city life and the adventure that awaits him in the tropical lands he is heading towards. As he describes his thoughts aboard the ship, La Farge offers sensory impressions of the sea, sky, and the people he encounters—his keen observational skills allow readers to almost visualize the vibrant scenes. The narrative quickly delves into the lush environments of Hawaii, highlighting the unique cultural interactions and the picturesque beauty La Farge finds along the way, all while contemplating the deeper meanings of his experiences in this serene, yet foreign, world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | La Farge, John, 1835-1910 |
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| Title | Reminiscences of the South Seas |
| Original Publication | Garden City: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1916. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | With 48 illustrations from paintings and drawings made by the author in 1890-91. |
| Credits | Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | Hawaii -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Tahiti (French Polynesia : Island) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Fiji -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Samoan Islands -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75551 |
| Release Date | Mar 7, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 596 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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