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Wreck Of The Glide: With Recollections Of The Fijiis, And Of Wallis Island (1848)

by James Oliver , William Giles Dix
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781104533717
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publisher Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 208
  • Original Price: USD 26.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 286 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Diaries & Journals

Wreck of the Glide is a non-fiction book written by James Oliver in 1848. The book recounts the author's personal experiences when he was shipwrecked on the Glide, a trading vessel, off the coast of Fiji in 1837. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the wreck and the aftermath of the disaster. In addition to his personal account of the wreck, Oliver also provides a detailed description of the Fijian islands and their inhabitants. He describes the customs, traditions, and way of life of the Fijians, as well as their interactions with European traders and missionaries. The book also includes recollections of Wallis Island, an island in the Pacific Ocean that Oliver visited during his travels. He provides a detailed description of the island's geography, flora, and fauna, as well as the customs and way of life of its inhabitants. Overall, Wreck of the Glide is a fascinating account of a shipwreck survivor's experiences in the South Pacific in the 19th century. The book provides valuable insights into the culture and way of life of the Fijians and the people of Wallis Island, as well as the challenges faced by European traders and explorers in the region.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.

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