Among Cannibals: An Account of Four Years' Travels in Australia and of Camp Life With the Aborigines of Queensland

"Among Cannibals: An Account of Four Years' Travels in Australia and of Camp Life with the Aborigines of Queensland" by Carl Lumholtz is a chronicle from the 1800s that recounts the author's travel throughout Australia and his time with the native people of Queensland, as he adopted their traditions and routines. We get adventure combined with observations of native life, animals, and the environment of Australia, giving readers a unique anthropological insight. The account starts with Lumholtz's journey to Australia, where he faced challenges at sea before arriving at Port Adelaide. He shows admiration for Australia's environment, including its unique wildlife, and writes about Australian cities and their society. The goal of his travels was to research the native tribes and collect animal specimens, which sets the stage for his experiences with the Aboriginal people. He emphasizes the kindness and generosity of the colonists, and the tough landscape, that he navigates to quench his thirst for knowledge.