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A History of the Pacific Islands (Palgrave Essential Histories)by Steven Roger Fischer
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:A History of the Pacific Islands traces the human history of nearly one-third of the globe over a 50,000 year span. This is history on a grand scale, taking the islands of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia from prehistoric culture to the present day through a skillful interpretation of scholarship in the field. Fischer's familiarity with work in archaeology and anthropology as well as in history enriches the text, making this a book with wide appeal for students and general readers. Book News Annotation:Although under 300 pages, this volume is impressive in its scope,
covering all of the Pacific Islands, from the earliest times to the
present, and in its command of the material. Among the topics
covered are a summary of the people and culture of the islands; the
history and impact of colonization; and the impact of succeeding
practices and events, such as illness, trade, nuclear testing, and
the current political struggles. Fischer is director of the
Institute of Polynesian languages and literatures in Auckland, New
Zealand.
Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Synopsis:"A History of the Pacific Islands" traces the human history of nearly one third of the globe over a 50,000-year span, taking the islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia from prehistoric culture to the present day. About the AuthorSteven Roger Fischer is at the Institute of Polynesian Languages and Literatures. Table of ContentsThe First Islanders * Melanesians, Micronesians, Polynesians * The European Trespass * The Second Colonization * New Pacific Identities * Pacific Islanders in Transit * Reinventing Pacific Islands * The 'New Pacific' The First Islanders * Melanesians, Micronesians, Polynesians * The European Trespass * The Second Colonization * New Pacific Identities * Pacific Islanders in Transit * Reinventing Pacific Islands * The 'New Pacific' What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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