"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.
Among Cannibals: An Account of Four Years' Travels in Australia and of Camp Life With the Aborigines of Queensland
By Carl Lumholtz
Embark on a journey to discover native tribes and wildlife in unexplored lands.
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About the AuthorCarl Sofus Lumholtz was a Norwegian explorer and ethnographer, best known for his meticulous field research and ethnographic publications on indigenous cultures of Australia and Mexico.
Carl Sofus Lumholtz was a Norwegian explorer and ethnographer, best known for his meticulous field research and ethnographic publications on indigenous cultures of Australia and Mexico.
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