Birkitts Books presents ... The Cambridge History of the Pacific Islanders ISBN: 0521441951 Author: Denoon, Donald; Meleisea, Malama Publisher: Cambridge University Press Release Date: 1997-08-28 Seller Category: History Qty Available: 1 Condition: Used: Very Good Sku: 250328003 Notes: Jacket has minor shelf wear, binding tight, pages clean and unmarked. This history presents an authoritative and comprehensive introduction to the experiences of Pacific islanders from their first settlement of the islands to the present day. It addresses the question of insularity and explores islanders' experiences thematically, covering such topics as early settlement, contact with Europeans, colonialism, politics, commerce, nuclear testing, tradition, ideology, and the role of women. It incorporates material on the Maori, the Irianese in western New Guinea, the settled immigrant communities in Fiji, New Caledonia and the Hawaiian monarchy and follows migrants to New Zealand, Australia and North America. Don't forget to check out other great deals in our Store!!