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A vivid South Seas tale of faith, commerce, and intrigue unfolds on a remote island as a missionary and a group of traders meet a mysterious yacht crew.
In a palm‑shaded village, a devoted missionary and his wife greet visitors from a satin‑clad yacht. The encounter brings a clash of cultures, humor, and hints of hidden motives as locals, traders, and sailors examine goals, loyalties, and the pull of distant lands. The book balances quiet village life with the restless pull of the sea, offering glimpses of harsh endurance, stubborn pride, and moments of quiet courage.
The narrative moves between shore and shoreless waters, weaving scenes of island hospitality, sharp talk on the beach, and the uneasy politics of white presence in the South Seas. Readers follow the arrival of a refined visitor, the dynamics of trust and suspicion, and the beginnings of a larger maritime world that encircles the island.
- Meet a determined missionary and his wife, charged with guiding a small community.
- Watch pale sailors and local traders navigate cultural differences and pride.
- Experience coastal life, sea passages, and the pull of distant shores.
- Uncover hints of conflict, alliance, and the consequences of power at sea.
Ideal for readers who enjoy classic nautical fiction with colonial-era settings and character-driven drama.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an exciting adventure tale set on the remote island of Mayou in the Melanesian Islands. This little-known part of the world makes the perfect setting for a gripping and mysterious story. The authorâs descriptive prose brings the beauty and danger of this tropical landscape to life, and his knowledge of the areaâs history adds depth to the narrative. At the centre of the story is a clash of cultures as the crew of a luxury yacht arrive on the island. Their presence disturbs the peace of the islandâs inhabitants, and soon there is murder in the air. Readers who enjoy adventure stories will be captivated by the action and intrigue in this book, its fast-paced plot and vivid characters will keep readers turning the pages until the very end. The themes of culture, class, and the destructive power of greed are woven throughout the story, making this more than just an adventure yarn. While the descriptions of violence may be disturbing to some readers, they are an accurate reflection of the harsh realities of life on this isolated island, and serve to highlight the courage and resilience of the main characters. 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 # 9781331069409_0
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