""A Contribution to Samoan Somatology"" is a book written by Louis Robert Sullivan that chronicles the field studies of E.W. Gifford and W.C. McKern in Samoa in 1921. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the physical characteristics of the Samoan people, including their skeletal structure, cranial features, and bodily measurements. It provides a detailed account of the methodology used by Gifford and McKern in their anthropological research, as well as an overview of the cultural and historical context of Samoa. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of anthropology, human biology, or Pacific Island cultures.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.