This classic work of missionary history offers a detailed account of the Christianization of Fiji by the Wesleyan Methodist Church. Based on first-hand observations and interviews with local people, it provides a vivid portrait of the social and cultural context of nineteenth-century Fiji. With its engaging narrative and rich historical detail, it is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of the Pacific Islands. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.