On The Makaloa Mat - Jack London - Bog

On The Makaloa Mat is a collection of short stories by the renowned American author, Jack London. The book is set in Hawaii and explores the lives of the native people and their interactions with the Western world. The stories are interconnected and offer a glimpse into the complexities of life on the islands, including the clash of cultures and the struggle for survival in a changing world.The book features a diverse cast of characters, from the wealthy plantation owners to the poor fishermen and farmers. London's writing is vivid and descriptive, bringing the lush landscapes and vibrant culture of Hawaii to life. The stories range from tales of love and loss to tales of adventure and danger, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful and mysterious islands.Overall, On The Makaloa Mat is a fascinating and engaging collection of stories that offers a unique perspective on Hawaii and its people. London's writing is both insightful and entertaining, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the islands.From over the lofty Koolau Mountains, vagrant wisps of the trade wind drifted, faintly swaying the great, unwhipped banana leaves, rustling the palms, and fluttering and setting up a whispering among the lace-leaved algaroba trees. Only intermittently did the atmosphere so breathe--for breathing it was, the suspiring of the languid, Hawaiian afternoon.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.