Excerpt from Letters and Notes Written During the Disturbances in the Highlands (Known as the "Devil Country") Of Viti Levu, Fiji, 1876, Vol. 1
The following correspondence has been printed chiefly as a record which may be preserved by those who took part in the operations to which it relates, but some additional copies have been struck off, with the idea that they may be of interest to friends of the actors in the scenes narrated.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a rich collection of correspondence from 1876, offering exclusive insights into a little-known event in Fijian history. The Sigatoka River district was the scene of a local uprising, and the correspondence narrates the challenges faced by Commissioner Carew and his allies in bringing stability to the region. As a historical record of the time, the letters provide a rare glimpse into the complex diplomacy, cultural tensions, and personal challenges experienced during the conflict. The author provides context and analysis alongside the letters, helping readers understand the significance of this event and its broader implications for governance and indigenous rights in Fiji. This book is a valuable resource for historians, anthropologists, and anyone interested in the intricacies of power dynamics and diplomacy in a colonial setting. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334070099_0
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