Migrations, Myth and Magic from the Gilbert Islands: Early Writings of Sir Arthur Grimble

by Rosemary Grimble (Editor)

This book is a collection of Arthur Grimble's field notes and early writings, brought together in book form with linking pieces and a large number of illustrations. There are chapters on cannibalism and head hunting, on astronomy and on many aspects of the lives of the Gilbertese people from birth to death.
Originally published in 1972.

335 pages, ebook

First published January 1, 1972

Reviews

[Stacey King · Rating 4 out of 5]

Better insight into the Gilbert Islands and the culture but should not be confused with Banaban history. Grimble was a Colonial Resident Commissioner and a poetic writer who unfortunately rewrote the history of the Banabans to suit the Colonial government of the times.