This succinct, clear account of the design for living carried out by the people of Ulithi Atoll emphasizes ancestor worship, magic and divination, and sexual behavior in the context of social and legal obligations and family life. The reader is launched on a journey back in time to a cluster of low islets of carbonate rock in the western Pacific to discover the lives of a mild, expressive people dominated by work, group activity, and cooperation.

Accurate and Interesting
We lived in Micronesia (Pohnpei and Guam) during the time the book was written and published, in the 1990's, and I found it a good treatment of the region. Everyone knows about Polynesia, some know about Melanesia but hardly anyone knows about Micronesia. This book makes up for that. Kluge's story makes the Western Pacific islands a real place with real people who had real stories and real lives. While I may not agree with all of the author's ideas, opinions and perspectives, Edge of Paradise is an honest and informative work of a vibrant, colorful and authentic part of the world. It was more interesting to me because I knew of or was acquainted with many of the people named in the book. I would recommend it for anyone looking for a non-academic (non-boring) "feel" for the Micronesian islands and in fact have used it just that way for my friends and family "back home".

Divers are heading for the Pacific in record numbers and Micronesia, with its tremendous variety and World War II history, is a top destination. This illustrated guide covers the best dive sites in Guam, the Marianas, Yap, Palau, Truk, Pohnpei, Kowrae and the Marshalls. The regions marine life, history and customs are also discussed.

From the mysterious ruins of Pohnpei to Saipan's historic beaches, the islands of Micronesia offer the traveler hundreds of intriguing destinations to explore. Looking for more than the standard itinerary? Explore the sunken Japanese fleet in Chuuk Lagoon or celebrate with the locals at the annual Arts Festival in Palau. Neil Levy, a renowned South Pacific travel expert, brings the islands and atolls of Micronesia within reach of travelers who, on any budget, are looking to experience the full bounty of these incredible islands. This guide covers all four Pacific archipelagos: Guam; the Republics of Palau, Kiribati, the Marshall Islands, and Nauru; the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas, including Saipan, and the Federated States of Micronesia. Completely updated and revised, the sixth edition of Moon Handbooks Micronesia, is packed with the most current information on sightseeing options, diving and recreation, accommodations, and restaurants, as well as custom maps, color photographs, fascinating sidebars, and a complete coverage of the area's culture, history, and social issues.