In a German colony : or, Four weeks in New Britain

Set against the backdrop of the early twentieth‑century scramble for Pacific islands, this vivid travelogue invites listeners into a world few have seen. The author, a keen-eyed observer, guides us through the humid jungles, coastal villages and bustling German outposts of New Guinea, describing the landscape, customs and daily life with a blend of curiosity and careful restraint. Along the way she reflects on the tensions between colonial ambition and the islanders’ own traditions, painting a picture that feels both intimate and expansive.

Through sketches of encounters with local peoples, snapshots of German administration, and candid musings on the broader politics of empire, the narrative balances factual detail with personal insight. Listeners will sense the heat, hear the chatter of markets, and glimpse the uneasy negotiations that shape this remote corner of the world. The account offers a thoughtful snapshot of a moment in history before the upheavals of war reshaped the Pacific forever.