The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 17 by Stevenson

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Author Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894
Other Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912
Title The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 17
Contents A footnote to history: eight years of trouble in Samoa -- Island nights' entertainments.
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Summary "The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 17" by Stevenson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume, part of a comprehensive collection of Stevenson’s works, focuses on the tumultuous history of Samoa during a critical eight-year period marked by internal discord and foreign intervention. It examines the political dynamics, societal customs, and conflicts that shaped the lives of the Samoan people during this time of unrest. The opening of this volume begins with a preface acknowledging the challenges in capturing the essence of a complex contemporary history that involves both indigenous and foreign influences. The author reflects on the substantial cultural differences between the Samoan way of life and that of Western powers, highlighting the intricacies of their socio-political structure. The text introduces key figures, such as Laupepa, the king of Samoa, as well as the foreign influences that complicate the native governance structure, setting the stage for an exploration of the clashes that arise from both internal rivalries and external pressures in the Pacific island context. Through detailed observations, Stevenson lays the groundwork for a rich narrative that promises to deliver insights into the effects of colonialism, cultural misunderstandings, and the quest for power amid chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas)
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Islands of the Pacific -- Fiction
Subject Samoan Islands -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 31012
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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