Americans in Polynesia, 1783-1842 - Hardcover

by Wallace Patrick Strauss (Author)

Americans in Polynesia, 1783-1842 is a historical book written by Wallace Patrick Strauss. The book explores the experiences of American explorers, missionaries, traders, and whalers in the Pacific Islands during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the interactions between Americans and Polynesians, and how these interactions shaped the cultural, economic, and political landscape of the region.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the impact of American explorers such as Captain Cook, the role of American missionaries in spreading Christianity throughout the Pacific, the economic influence of American traders and whalers, and the political implications of American involvement in the region. The author also examines the ways in which Polynesians responded to American presence, from resistance to adaptation and assimilation.Through extensive research and analysis of primary sources, including journals, letters, and official documents, the author provides a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the complex relationship between Americans and Polynesians during this period. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Pacific history, American history, and cultural studies.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.