Louis Becke

By Reef and Palm

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Produktbeschreibung

Venture into the heart of the South Pacific with "By Reef and Palm," a captivating collection of short stories by Louis Becke. Immerse yourself in thrilling sea adventures set amidst the stunning landscapes of Oceania. Becke's evocative prose transports you to vibrant coral reefs and remote islands, offering a glimpse into a world shaped by the ocean's rhythms. These timeless tales capture the spirit of the region, exploring the lives and experiences of those who call it home. A classic work of fiction focused on Oceania, "By Reef and Palm" offers compelling narratives that resonate with adventure and a deep appreciation for the natural world. Carefully prepared for this print edition, these stories of the South Pacific remain as captivating today as when they were first written. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 94
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 145g
• ISBN-13: 9781022907966
• ISBN-10: 1022907964
• Artikelnr.: 74071322

Autorenporträt

Louis Becke was an Australian author well known for his adventure collection and evocative tales that took a deep corner in people's hearts. He was born in Port Macquarie, New South Wales where he worked as a trader and Blackbirder in Pacific island which significantly helped him to overcome his literary career. During his career most of the time he co-authored with Walter Jeffrey through which he explored various themes of cultural clashes and challenges faced by both European and indigenous islanders. Most of his books, he always marked by vivid descriptions and provide the best efforts to contribute to his popularity in observation of various topics. However, some of his works faced criticism for not being able to address the cultural representation appropriately and faced financial difficulties that led him to return to Australia in later years. Still, he was able to make enough contribution towards Pacific literature and gain the attention of vivid readers those having an interest in cultural studies and gain valuable insights historical dynamics South Pacific region.