Charles Nordhoff

Charles Nordhoff
Charles Nordhoff (1887–1947) was an American novelist best known for his collaboration with James Norman Hall. Together, they co-wrote several popular adventure novels, most notably "Mutiny on the Bounty," which was inspired by the historical mutiny aboard the HMS Bounty. Nordhoff was born in England but grew up in the United States, eventually settling in Tahiti, where he found inspiration for much of his writing. His works often reflected themes of the South Pacific and maritime adventure, capturing readers' imaginations with vivid storytelling.

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INTRODUCTION Though it is probable that for a long time to come the mass of mankind in civilized countries will find it both necessary and advantageous to labor for wages, and to accept the condition of hired laborers (or, as it has absurdly become the fashion to say, employees), every thoughtful and kind-hearted person must regard with interest any device or plan which promises to enable at least the... more...

CHAPTER I. HONOLULU AND THE ISLAND OF OAHU. The Hawaiian group consists, as you will see on the map, of eleven islands, of which Hawaii is the largest and Molokini the smallest. The islands together contain about 6000 square miles; and Hawaii alone has an area of nearly 4000 square miles, Maui 620, Oahu (which contains Honolulu, the capital) 530, and Kauai 500. Lanai, Kahoolawe, Molokai, Niihau, Kaula,... more...