Excerpt from A Naturalist in Cannibal Land
New Guinea is evidently the remnant of a continent which has sunk beneath the sea for the greater part, only the higher elevations granting a refuge to the fauna and ?ora. When the land rose again to some extent, the newly-formed islands and the coast districts of the main island became populated by an invasion from the west, this new Malayan element in the fauna being, on New Guinea, most prominent in the lowlands and foothills, and extending far south in tropical Australia, whereas the original Papuan element is more evident at the higher altitudes than at the lower.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. In this intriguing memoir, the author chronicles his adventures as a naturalist collector in the untamed wilderness of New Guinea and the Solomon Islands during the early 20th century. The author's passion for entomology and ornithology led him to embark on expeditions into uncharted territories, encountering a vast array of exotic species and immersing himself in the lives of indigenous tribes. Amidst breathtaking landscapes and thrilling encounters with wildlife, the author grapples with the ethical dilemmas of collecting and preserving specimens, while also shedding light on the cultural and environmental challenges facing these remote regions. This book offers a captivating glimpse into the wonders of the natural world and the complexities of human interaction with it, making it an essential read for nature enthusiasts, adventurers, and anyone fascinated by the intersection of science and exploration. 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 # 9781330241943_0
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