Op Samoa by E. von Barfus
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"Op Samoa" by E. von Barfus is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative explores the experiences of the protagonist, Arendt, a bookkeeper who relocates to the Samoa Islands to work for the German Trading and Plantation Company. The story sets the stage for an exploration of colonial life in Samoa, including its flora, fauna, and local customs, as well as the interactions between European settlers and
the indigenous population. At the start of the narrative, Arendt receives a transfer to Samoa after requesting a new position from his employer, Mr. Andreas Mertel. He embarks on an extensive journey through various ports before arriving in Apia, the capital of Samoa, where he meets Gustaaf Gaedecke, a former schoolmate who is also starting a new role with the plantation company. The opening chapters vividly depict the natural beauty of the Samoan islands, the arrival in the bustling harbor, and the initial encounters with the local population, alongside the British and American influences present in the region. Arendt's observations and interactions hint at the cultural complexities and challenges that will unfold in the story, setting a rich backdrop for his experiences on the plantation and the socio-political dynamics of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Barfus, E. von (Eginhard), 1825-1909 |
|---|---|
| Title | Op Samoa |
| Credits | Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | Barfus, E. von (Eginhard), 1825-1909 -- Travel |
| Subject | Samoa -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14666 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-14666-9 |
| Release Date | Jan 11, 2005 |
| Last Update | May 30, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 558 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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