South Sea Yarns (1894) - Basil Thomson - Bog

South Sea Yarns is a collection of short stories written by Basil Thomson and published in 1894. The stories are set in the South Pacific and are based on Thomson's experiences as a colonial administrator in the region. The book includes tales of adventure, romance, and intrigue, featuring colorful characters such as traders, sailors, and islanders. The stories also explore the clash of cultures between the European colonizers and the indigenous peoples of the region. Thomson's vivid descriptions of the landscape and the people of the South Pacific provide a fascinating glimpse into a world that was rapidly changing under the influence of colonialism. Overall, South Sea Yarns is an engaging and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on the history of the Pacific region.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.