Mystic Isles of the South Seas - Frederick O'Brien - Bog

""Mystic Isles of the South Seas"" is a book written by Frederick O'Brien that takes readers on a journey through the Pacific Islands. The book is a travelogue that describes the author's experiences and observations during his time spent in the South Pacific. O'Brien writes about the beauty and mystique of the islands, the customs and traditions of the people who live there, and the challenges and adventures he encountered during his travels. The book covers a range of topics, including the history and culture of the islands, the flora and fauna, the local cuisine, and the impact of colonialism on the region. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, O'Brien brings the islands to life, and readers will feel as though they are right there with him, exploring the hidden treasures of these mystical isles. Overall, ""Mystic Isles of the South Seas"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the Pacific Islands and their rich cultural heritage.1921. With many illustrations from photographs. Mystic Isles of the South Seas is a prequel to O'Brien's White Shadows in the South Seas, and is intended to be part of a trilogy of his adventures in the tropics. He writes: This is a simple record of my days and nights, my thoughts and dreams, in the mystic isles of the South Seas, written without authority of science or exactitude of knowledge. These are merely the vivid impressions of my life in Tahiti and Moorea, the merriest, most fascinating world of all the cosmos; of the songs I sang, the dances I danced, the men and women, white and tawny, with whom I was joyous or melancholy; the adventures at sea or on the reef, upon the sapphire lagoon, and on the silver beaches of the most beautiful tropics.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.