Martin of Nitendi is a novel by Louis Becke, first published in 1895. It tells the story of Martin, a young man from the island of Nitendi in the South Pacific. Martin is a native of the island, and is deeply devoted to his people and their customs. He is also a talented musician, and is determined to make a name for himself in the world of music. When a visiting Englishman, Mr. Blythe, hears Martin playing, he is so impressed that he offers to take him to England to study music. Martin accepts, and soon finds himself in a strange new world, far from his home and his people. Martin quickly adapts to his new life, and soon becomes a successful musician. But he is also homesick, and longs to return to Nitendi. When he finally does, he finds that his people have been taken over by a cruel and oppressive regime. Martin must now decide whether to stay in England and pursue his musical career, or to return to Nitendi and fight for his people's freedom. Martin of Nitendi is a classic adventure story, full of excitement and romance. It is also a powerful exploration of the clash between two cultures, and the struggle of one man to find his place in the world.
By Louis Becke · First published 1901 · Genre: Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance