Publisher's Synopsis
A Song for Satawal is a book written by Kenneth Brower and published in 1983. The book is a memoir of Brower's experiences on the remote island of Satawal in Micronesia during the 1970s. The island is home to a unique seafaring culture that has been passed down for generations. The book chronicles Brower's interactions with the islanders and his efforts to learn about their way of life. He becomes particularly interested in the island's navigational techniques, which involve using the stars, ocean currents, and other natural phenomena to navigate the open sea. Brower also explores the island's history and mythology, and reflects on the impact of modernization on the island's traditional way of life. The book is a fascinating account of a little-known culture and the challenges it faces in a rapidly changing world. It is also a tribute to the resilience and ingenuity of the human spirit.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
