Adventures in New Guinea by James Chalmers
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"Adventures in New Guinea" by James Chalmers is an exploration and missionary account written in the late 19th century. This work details Chalmers's experiences as he embarks on various journeys across New Guinea, engaging with its diverse tribal communities while promoting Christian teachings and missionary work. The narrative draws attention to the challenges faced by both the missionaries and the indigenous people as they navigate cultural differences and the effects of colonization.
The opening of the book sets the stage for Chalmers's adventures, explaining the geopolitical context of New Guinea and the missionaries' efforts to establish a Christian presence there. It introduces the author as he recounts his travel preparations, his arrival at various islands, and early interactions with local tribes. The text describes his observations of the native lifestyle, rituals, and challenges, along with the environmental aspects of the region. His encounters reflect both the wonder and difficulty of operating in this unique and often dangerous setting, highlighting the delicate balance between exploration, cultural intersection, and faith-based missions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Chalmers, James, 1841-1901 |
|---|---|
| Title | Adventures in New Guinea |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1886 Religious Tract Society edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | New Guinea -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Missions -- New Guinea |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17694 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-17694-9 |
| Release Date | Feb 6, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 708 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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