Islands Of The South Pacific

A guide to Polynesia, Micronesia and Melanesia including information on the history, geography, way of life and tourist attractions of the South Pacific islands.

The South Pacific isn't just a homogenous spread of palm trees and warm ocean escape your resort and you'll find cultures and experiences as rich as coconut cream. Celeste Brash, Lonely Planet Writer.

This book recounts the recent development of the South Pacific and the regions fascinating architecture. It traces the European architectural overlay onto this scattered group of Islands and their transition toward a regional identity that has been fashioned by the remote location, the incomparable setting and the distinctive ethnic mix of its inhabitants. Includes many photos.

The book provides an overview of the laws, legal structures, and governmental institutions of each of the states and territories of the South and Central Pacific. The first part includes those nations whose constitutional systems approximate to a Westminster concept of cabinet government. The second part includes those states and territories whose constitutional arrangements exhibit closer ties to the American presidential model, with its emphasis on the separation of governmental functions and powers. The third part contains the current French territories.

Nelles guides provide information on the history, culture, features, and minimal travel information about various islands in the South Pacific.

This book looks at Chinese policy towards the South Pacific in the context of China's grand strategy. Analysts are divided on the implications of China's deepening involvement in the region and the study of Chinese involvement in the South Pacific is a part of the great debate on the rise of China.