Concerning "Bully" Hayes

In "Concerning 'Bully' Hayes," Louis Becke delves into the life and exploits of the notorious figure William "Bully" Hayes, a 19th-century South Sea trader and adventurer. The book intricately weaves historical narrative with rich, descriptive prose, capturing the vibrant yet tumultuous atmosphere of the Pacific Islands during a period marked by colonial expansion and cultural encounters. Becke em...