In Far New Guinea: A Stirring Record of Work and Observation Amongst the People of New Guinea (1914)

Henry Newton

In Far New Guinea: A Stirring Record of Work and Observation Amongst the People of New Guinea (1914)
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Published
1 October 2009
Pages
382
ISBN
9781120381873

In Far New Guinea: A Stirring Record of Work and Observation Amongst the People of New Guinea (1914)

Henry Newton

In Far New Guinea is a book written by Henry Newton in 1914. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences and observations during his time working amongst the people of New Guinea. Newton was a missionary who spent several years in the country, and his book provides a fascinating insight into the culture, customs, and daily life of the people who lived there.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of life in New Guinea. Topics include the geography and climate of the region, the different tribes and their customs, the religious beliefs of the people, and the challenges faced by missionaries working in the area.Throughout the book, Newton provides vivid descriptions of his experiences, from his encounters with cannibalistic tribes to his efforts to build relationships with the local people. He also shares his thoughts on the impact of colonialism on the region, and his hopes for the future of New Guinea.Overall, In Far New Guinea is a fascinating and insightful book that provides a unique perspective on a little-known part of the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in anthropology, history, or missionary work.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.

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