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Just one month after his 21st birthday, Peter Rudiak-Gould moved to Ujae, a remote atoll in the Marshall Islands located 70 miles from the nearest telephone, car, store, or tourist, and 2,000 miles from the closest continent. He spent the next year there, living among its 450 inhabitants and teaching English to its schoolchildren.
At first blush, Surviving Paradise is a thoughtful and laugh-out-loud hilarious documentation of Rudiak-Gould’s efforts to cope with daily life on Ujae as his idealistic expectations of a tropical paradise confront harsh reality. But Rudiak-Gould goes beyond the personal, interweaving his own story with fascinating political, linguistic, and ecological digressions about the Marshall Islands. Most poignant are his observations of the noticeable effect of global warming on these tiny, low-lying islands and the threat rising water levels pose to their already precarious existence.
An Eat, Pray, Love as written by Paul Theroux, Surviving Paradise is a disarmingly lighthearted narrative with a substantive emotional undercurrent.
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Discover the captivating story of life on a disappearing island with Surviving Paradise: One Year on a Disappearing Island. Join Peter Rudiak-Gould on his extraordinary journey, as he leaves behind the comforts of modern civilization to embrace the simplicity of a remote atoll in the Marshall Islands.
Surviving Paradise is more than just a travelogue. It is a deeply personal account of Rudiak-Gould's time on Ujae, where he lived among the island's 450 inhabitants and experienced the daily challenges and joys of their lives. Immerse yourself in his enthralling narrative, as he navigates a world devoid of modern conveniences and learns to adapt to the rhythms of island life.
But Surviving Paradise goes beyond the surface. Rudiak-Gould delves into the complex issues facing the Marshall Islands, from political struggles to linguistic preservation. He also shines a light on the devastating effects of global warming, as rising water levels threaten the existence of these vulnerable islands. Through his astute observations, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the urgent need for environmental action.
Combining humor with thought-provoking insights, Surviving Paradise is a literary gem that will captivate and inspire. Get your copy today and embark on a remarkable journey that will transport you to a world like no other.
Ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure? Get your copy of Surviving Paradise: One Year on a Disappearing Island and experience the magic of Ujae. Don't miss out on this extraordinary tale - order now!
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