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This book surveys human history in the Pacific Islands from the beginning of recorded time until the present day. To tell the story of humankind across the great expanse of the Pacific is a daunting task. Deryck Scarr writes with an authoritative synthesis of historical and anthropological data, pursuing general themes across island groups to give the reader a balanced and focused view of events.

The idyllic islands of New Caledonia offer an intriguing blend of sophistication and tribal traditions.

The Kingdom of Tonga is a gentle Pacific paradise of tropical islands and coral atolls. This guide helps you explore lazy towns, dive in turquoise waters, experience the hospitality of traditional villages, or just lie on deserted white-sand beaches. It has full travel information for a wide range of budgets, and all the facts on places to stay and eat, things to see and do, island-hopping and much more.