Summary

Chapter 21

Before she takes a train to Boston, Alma has a simple wardrobe prepared for her with coins sewn into the hems. This is the first time in her life that she has left Pittsburgh. From Boston, Alma sails to Tahiti. It is a long journey, and Alma gets to know the sailors on her ship very well. At the same time, Alma sees many wondrous sights on the journey.

Chapter 22

When Alma arrives in Tahiti, she hires a wagon to take her to the mission at Matavai Bay where she knows Ambrose lived. When she arrives, Alma tries to find the minster in charge, Reverend Welles, but he does not appear to be there and no one seems willing to help her. Alma waits all day near her things, afraid of having them stolen. When Welles finally...