Pâkia, Sarréo, and Susâni

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The book highlights the literary contributions of George Lewis Becke, an Australian writer and Pacific trader. It details his return to Sydney in 1892, where he began writing for The Bulletin, with his first story appearing in 1893. The collection "By Reef and Palm," published in 1894, showcases his storytelling prowess, followed by his novelette "His Native Wife" in 1895, and another collection, "The Ebbing of the Tide," in 1896. Becke's works reflect his experiences and insights from the Pacific region.