Typee is a fast-moving adventure tale, an autobiographical account of the author's Polynesian stay, an examination of the nature of good and evil, and a frank exploration of sensuality and exotic ritual.

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Typee: A Peep at Polynesian Life

"#1 best-selling guide to ""Tahiti &amp; French Polynesia""*" Lonely Planet "Tahiti &amp; French Polynesia" is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Swim in the sparklingly clear waters, hike to waterfalls, dive into coral wonderlands, then sips cocktail by the beach; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Tahiti &amp; French Polynesia and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's "Tahiti &amp; French Polynesia "Travel Guide:    Colour maps and images throughout   Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests   Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots   Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices   Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss   Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, environment, islander life, arts, religion, sports, etiquette, popular culture, literature, cinema, food, drinks, dining out.   Over 30 maps   Covers Tahiti, Mo'orea, Huahine, Ra'iatea &amp; Taha'a, Bora Bora, Maupiti, The Tuamotus, The Marquesas, The Australs &amp; the Gambier Archipelago and more   eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones)    Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges   Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews   Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience   Seamlessly flip between pages   Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash   Embedded links to recommendations' websites   Zoom-in maps and images   Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing   The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet "Tahiti &amp; French Polynesia", our most comprehensive guide to Tahiti &amp; French Polynesia, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.    Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's "South Pacific" guide for a comprehensive look at all the "region" has to offer.   Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Celeste Brash, Jean-Bernard Carillet About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. 
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Lonely Planet Tahiti & French Polynesia (Travel Guide)

South Pacific expert David Stanley knows the best way to vacation in Tahiti, from browsing the Papeete market to snorkeling off the island of Moorea. This guide includes unique trip ideas like The Best of French Polynesia and Underwater in the Tuamotu Islands. Complete with details on taking lagoon tours and jeep safaris, lounging in Polynesian spas, and partaking in lavish seafood buffets, "Moon Tahiti" gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Moon Tahiti

French Polynesia History and Culture. Early Settlement. People, Tradition and Lifestyle. A Book for tourism and Information. Polynesian culture, the beliefs and practices of the indigenous peoples of the ethnogeographic group of Pacific Islands known as Polynesia (from Greek poly 'many' and nesoi 'islands'). Polynesia encompasses a huge triangular area of the east-central Pacific Ocean. The triangle has its apex at the Hawaiian Islands in the north and its base angles at New Zealand (Aotearoa) in the west and Easter Island (Rapa Nui) in the east. It also includes (from northwest to southeast) Tuvalu, Tokelau, Wallis and Futuna, Samoa (formerly Western Samoa), American Samoa, Tonga, Niue, the Cook Islands, French Polynesia (Tahiti and the other Society Islands, the Marquesas Islands, the Austral Islands, and the Tuamotu Archipelago, including the Gambier Islands (formerly the Mangareva Islands), and Pitcairn Island. At the turn of the 21st century, about 70 percent of the total population of Polynesia resided in Hawaii

French Polynesia History and Culture: Early Settlement

Hidden Tahiti guides readers to surprisingly chic dining spots in Papeete as well as the most scenic beaches and the best spots for enjoying a tropical drink while watching the sunset. Includes recommendations for lodging choices from 36 of the world's top resorts to 218 local options, including beach bungalow hotels. Surveys tons of outdoor fun including 74 dive sites, 30 surfing beaches, and 41 hiking trails.


French Polynesia

Typee: A Peep at Polynesian Life

Herman Melville

Lonely Planet Tahiti & French Polynesia (Travel Guide)

Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet Tahiti & French Polynesia (Travel Guide)

Lonely Planet

Moon Tahiti

David Stanley

French Polynesia History and Culture: Early Settlement

Martial Moutcho

Hidden Tahiti and French Polynesia: Including Moorea, Bora Bora, and the Society, Austral, Gambier, Tuamotu, and Marquesas Islands

Rob Kay