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Typee

A Peep at Polynesian Life

Parametry

  • 256 stránek
  • 9 hodin čtení

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Set against the backdrop of the Marquesas Islands, this narrative draws from Herman Melville's real-life experiences on Nuku Hiva in 1842, blending adventure with rich cultural observations. The story explores the lives of the indigenous people, particularly in the valley of Taipivai, and reflects on themes of civilization versus savagery. Melville's vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling contributed to its popularity, earning him notoriety as the "man who lived among the cannibals" during his lifetime.

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Typee, Herman Melville

Jazyk
Rok vydání
2022
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Titul
Typee
Podtitul
A Peep at Polynesian Life
Jazyk
anglicky
Rok vydání
2022
Vazba
měkká
Počet stran
256
ISBN13
9781636377728
Série
Štítky
Beletrie, Poezie
Anotace
Set against the backdrop of the Marquesas Islands, this narrative draws from Herman Melville's real-life experiences on Nuku Hiva in 1842, blending adventure with rich cultural observations. The story explores the lives of the indigenous people, particularly in the valley of Taipivai, and reflects on themes of civilization versus savagery. Melville's vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling contributed to its popularity, earning him notoriety as the "man who lived among the cannibals" during his lifetime.