Published by John Murray, London, 1953

Condition:Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. Minor issues present such as mild cracking, light foxing. Overall a good condition item. Boards have only mild shelf wear with light rubbing and corner bumping. Dust jacket is in fair condition but still nice and bright. Please see images for more info.

Dust Jacket is covered in cellophane for protection and can be removed.

The funny, charming, and self-deprecating adventure story of a young man in the Pacific. Living for thirty years in the Gilbert & Ellis Islands, Grimble was ultimately initiated and tattooed according to local tradition, but not before he was severely tested, as when he was used as human bait for a giant octopus. Beyond the hilarious and frightening adventure stories, A Pattern of Islands is also a true testament to the life of these Pacific islanders. Grimble collected stories from the last generation who could remember the full glory of the old pagan ways. This is anthropology with its hair down.+