Publisher's Synopsis
""Cannibal-Land: Adventures With A Camera In The New Hebrides"" is a non-fiction book written by Martin Johnson, an American adventurer and filmmaker. The book recounts Johnson's travels to the New Hebrides, a group of islands in the South Pacific, in the early 20th century. Johnson's main objective was to document the lives and customs of the island's inhabitants, who were known for their cannibalistic practices. The book is divided into several chapters, each detailing a different aspect of Johnson's journey. He describes his encounters with the island's native tribes, including the fierce Maoris and the gentle Melanesians. He also documents their rituals, such as the initiation ceremonies for young men and the harvesting of the yam crop. Throughout the book, Johnson shares his personal experiences and observations, including his interactions with the island's wildlife and his struggles with illness and injury. He also provides insight into the impact of colonialism on the island's culture and way of life. ""Cannibal-Land"" is a fascinating and vividly written account of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into a world that has long since disappeared. The book is accompanied by numerous photographs taken by Johnson during his travels, providing a visual record of the people and places he encountered.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.
