Inselwelt. Erster Band. Indische Skizzen by Friedrich Gerstäcker

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Author Gerstäcker, Friedrich, 1816-1872
Title Inselwelt. Erster Band. Indische Skizzen
Note Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents In der Südsee: Der Wallfischfänger. Die Bootsmannschaft. Der Schooner -- Im Ostindischen Archipel: Der Balinese. Der Menschentiger. Der Khris.
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Summary "Inselwelt. Erster Band. Indische Skizzen" by Friedrich Gerstäcker is a collection of narratives written in the mid-19th century. The work introduces readers to the enchanting landscapes of the South Seas and the interactions between English whalers and native inhabitants. Central to the narrative are characters such as Captain Silwitch, who finds himself captivated by the beauty of the islands and a local girl named Hua, amidst the backdrop of his challenging duties aboard the whaling ship "Lucy Walker." The opening of the collection sets the stage with an English whaler anchored in the coral bay of Monui in Tonga, where the crew interacts with friendly natives. Captain Silwitch is enchanted by the island's beauty and drawn to Hua, the daughter of a local chief. However, as romance blossoms, it is complicated by Hua's prior betrothal to another suitor. The tension between duty and desire becomes palpable, as Silwitch grapples with his feelings while his crew grows restless, eager to pursue their original mission of whaling. This dynamic of love, duty, and cultural exchange hints at deeper themes that unfold throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Adventure stories, German
Subject Pacific Area -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 35651
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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