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Similar to Hawai‘i This & That with facts and figures about Kaua‘i, short historical biographies of leading figures, a timeline, and more.How high is Mount Wai‘ale‘ale?... SKU: 307528
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Queen Emma - Emma Kaleleonālani A history of Queen Emma, consort to King Kamehameha IV (Alexander Liholiho). Queen Emma’s love for the Hawaiian people is evident in her tremendous legacy—the establishment... SKU: 307511
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Princess Ruth Ke‘elikōlaniby Kristin Zambucka This pictorial biography is a colorful account of the life and times of the controversial Princess Ruth (1826–1883), one of the... SKU: 307504
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Kaua‘i A History by Chris CookKaua‘i A History paints a portrait of Old Kaua‘i in words and images, bringing back to life the rich heritage and independence of an island portrayed... SKU: 307443
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Tsunami! - Hawai‘i’s Amazing History of the Monster Waves Tsunamis are Hawai‘i’s most deadly natural hazard, having killed more people than earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and hurricanes combined. The 1946 tsunami from the Aleutians... SKU: 307160
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Throughout the history of Hawai‘i, women have played a crucial role in shaping the government, societal landscape, and future of the Islands by leading their people through immense... SKU: 307351
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A collection of articles written in the historical and sociological aspects of ancient Hawai’i. Page Count 336 pages Publisher Mutual Publishing Publish Date 1999 Dimensions... SKU: 472806
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Ancient History of the Hawaiian People A reprint of this classic of pre-contact history tracing Hawai’i’s saga from legendary times to the arrival from Captain Cook, including an account of his demise. Page Count 432... SKU: 471478
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This biography of Liliuokalani starkly reveals the usurpation of Hawaii from the Hawaiian people and the entire period of missionary and foreign encroachment in the islands. Queen... SKU: 180893
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Hawaii's Story by Hawaii's Queen The Hawaiian kingdom’s last monarch wrote her biography in 1897, the year before Hawai’i’s annexation by the United States, covering six decades of island history. Page Count... SKU: 180850
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Origins, spiritual concepts, voyaging, customs and skills of the ancient Hawaiians. With 109-full-color paintings, author Kane describes how they survived and prospered. Also... SKU: 357020
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The answers to questions and facts that make Hawai’i so grand and wonderful a place. A handy digest of information and background knowledge about America’s 50th state arranged... SKU: 47633X
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The first ali’i nui to unite and rule all of the islands of Hawai’i and founder of the kingdom’s principal ruling dynasty. Sub Title (revised edition)... SKU: 360222
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The last ruling monarch of the kingdom of Hawai’i, a queen who fought unsuccessfully to maintain Hawai’i as an independent nation. Page Count 111... SKU: 360184
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Now back in print in a convenient size format for easy reading. Brenan’s classic is the only one volume available of this important chapter of Big Island and Hawaiian history. The... SKU: 476828
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This insightful study of the Hawaiian family, first published in the 1950’s, explored the manners and customs accompanying the cycles of life-from birth, marriage, sexual practices,... SKU: 47812X
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Hawaiian tattoos (kakau) are intriguing, tribally exotic, ancient in origin, enigmatic, culturally meaningful, mysterious, evocative, and eye-catching. They are worn by persons... SKU: 479820
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A Concise History of the Hawaiian Islands In this recently updated edition of A Concise History of the Hawaiian Islands, the reader is invited to experience Hawai`i’s riveting story. Momentous events focused worldwide... SKU: 180700
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No Makou Ka Mana: Liberating the Nation No Makou ka Mana: Liberating the Nation asserts that the founders of the Hawaiian Kingdom exercised their own agency and were not just acted upon by foreign powers. The ruling ali`i... SKU: 4046
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Over the past two centuries, the Hawaiian Islands have been visited by millions of people. Some of these visitors would become famous as authors, actors, aviators, and musicians.... SKU: 307061
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Maui Pineapple -Golden Legacy of the Crowned Fruit Brief, illustrated history of the pineapple industry on Maui—a condensed version of Pineapple Century by Jan TenBruggencate. Pineapple’s succulent combination of sweet,... SKU: 307030
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Fascinating Facts about Hawaii The world’s highest mountain, wettest place and newest island. The biggest waves and upside-down waterfalls. America’s largest and smallest communities. Celebrity surprises... SKU: 011143
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Ka‘iulani -Hawai‘i's Tragic Princess Ka‘iulani’s story spans the years when Hawai‘i struggled against foreign domination, the monarchy was overthrown, and Hawai‘i became a U.S. territory. It is a dramatic... SKU: 487957
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The Hawaiian Monarchy by Maxine Mrantz Before Hawai‘i was unified under a single monarch, its islands were ruled by warring chiefs. In 1810, the islands were finally united under a chief considered to be the greatest... SKU: 487940
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Mauna Ala Hawaii's Royal Mausoleum Based on an interview with curator Bill Mai’oho-the fist time either he or his family has ever spoken publicly about the subject. This book covers the architecture of the Mausoleum,... SKU: 47700X
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