The Ebbing Of The Tide: South Sea Stories - 1896: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Ebbing Of The Tide: South Sea Stories - 1896: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Ebbing Of The Tide: South Sea Stories - 1896 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Becke, Louis (1855–1913).
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"The Ebbing of the Tide" by Louis Becke is a collection of South Sea stories written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the lives and cultures of the Pacific Islands, highlighting the interactions between native inhabitants and white settlers. The opening story features characters such as the boy Sru and the girl Niya, who engage in traditional practices and share tales that reflect the intertwining fates of their communities. At the start of the narrative, Sru and Niya sit by a mountain pool in Ponape, where Niya sings the "Song of Luliban." Their conversation centers around Luliban, a character from local lore who is torn between two lovers: her husband, Red-Hair the White Man, and Harry, a tattooed beachcomber. As Niya recounts Luliban's tale, which involves themes of love, rivalry, and betrayal against a backdrop of local customs and mythical beliefs, the complexity of relationships and the influence of external forces on the island life are vividly painted. This opening serves to set up the intertwining of folklore with the everyday experiences of the characters, suggesting deeper explorations of identity and cultural interaction throughout the collection.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Ebbing Of The Tide: South Sea Stories - 1896
- Author credits: Becke, Louis (1855–1913)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Oceania -- Fiction
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- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Short Stories
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