Myths & Legends of our New Possessions & Protectorate

"Myths & Legends of our New Possessions & Protectorate" by Charles M. Skinner tells stories from the late 1800s about the islands in the Caribbean and Pacific, focusing on the beliefs and old stories of the people there. Skinner writes about explorers, colonizers, and supernatural events through myths involving people like Ponce de Leon whom quests for the fountain of youth, showing how native people and Europeans interacted. The book starts by describing magical islands in the Atlantic, similar to Atlantis, that are beautiful and full of amazing creatures. The book also looks at the sad outcomes for conquerors and those they encountered, mixing historical events like Columbus's arrival with Caribbean and Pacific legends. Skinner's writing is thoughtful, showing how mythology is tied to our understanding of history and culture while hinting at many descriptive tales.