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Book Synopsis: With The Sex Lives of Cannibals, Maarten Troost established himself as one of the most engaging and original travel writers around. Getting Stoned with Savages again reveals his wry wit and infectious joy of discovery in a side-splittingly funny account of life in the farthest reaches of the world. After two grueling years on the island of Tarawa, battling feral dogs, machete-wielding neighbors, and a lack of beer on a daily basis, Maarten Troost was in no hurry to return to the South Pacific. But as time went on, he realized he felt remarkably out of place among the trappings of twenty-first-century America. When he found himself holding down a job—one that might possibly lead to a career—he knew it was time for him and his wife, Sylvia, to repack their bags and set off for parts unknown.
Getting Stoned with Savages tells the hilarious story of Troost’s time on Vanuatu—a rugged cluster of islands where the natives gorge themselves on kava and are still known to “eat the man.” Falling into one amusing misadventure after another, Troost struggles against typhoons, earthquakes, and giant centipedes and soon finds himself swept up in the laid-back, clothing-optional lifestyle of the islanders. When Sylvia gets pregnant, they decamp for slightly-more-civilized Fiji, a fallen paradise where the local chiefs can be found watching rugby in the house next door. And as they contend with new parenthood in a country rife with prostitutes and government coups, their son begins to take quite naturally to island living—in complete contrast to his dad.
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Are you tired of the same old books about travel that are lacking in excitement and adventure? Look no further than "Getting Stoned with Savages: A Trip Through the Islands of Fiji and Vanuatu" by Maarten Troost. This captivating travel memoir takes you on a wild journey into the farthest reaches of the world, where you'll experience hilarious misadventures, eccentric islanders, and a lifestyle unlike anything you've ever known. With Troost's wry wit and infectious joy of discovery, this book will keep you hooked from start to finish.
What sets "Getting Stoned with Savages" apart from other travel books is Troost's ability to immerse you in the local culture and capture the essence of the islands of Fiji and Vanuatu. From battling feral dogs and machete-wielding neighbors to navigating natural disasters, you'll be on the edge of your seat as Troost shares his incredible encounters with typhoons, earthquakes, and even giant centipedes. The vivid descriptions and Troost's knack for storytelling make you feel like you're right there beside him, experiencing every moment firsthand.
But it's not just the thrilling escapades that make this book a must-read. Troost also takes a lighthearted and humorous approach to life in the South Pacific. He doesn't shy away from poking fun at himself and his own naivety, making for an entertaining and relatable read. Whether he's trying to adapt to the laid-back, clothing-optional lifestyle of the islanders or navigating the challenges of new parenthood in a country filled with government coups and prostitutes, Troost's anecdotes will have you laughing out loud.
Ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the islands of Fiji and Vanuatu? Don't miss out on the opportunity to read "Getting Stoned with Savages." Click here to grab your copy now and experience the beauty, hilarity, and madness of life in the South Pacific.
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