Three years in Tristan da Cunha

"Three Years in Tristan da Cunha" by Katherine Mary Barrow is a memoir that recounts the author's adventures as a missionary on a remote volcanic island in the South Atlantic. Barrow beautifully depicts daily routines, unusual traditions, and struggles faced by the islanders because of their isolation, providing readers with a personal look into their lives. The narrative starts by telling about the author's and her spouse's long journey to Tristan da Cunha. Barrow explains the reasons for their voyage. A key element of the story is the amazing welcome they received from the island inhabitants as well as the island's distinctive landscape. The story goes on to highlight the island's customs, environment, and the role that the Barrows played in this tight-knit, secluded society.