History Of The Hawaiian Or Sandwich Islands

""History of the Hawaiian or Sandwich Islands"" by James Jackson Jarves is a comprehensive and detailed account of the history, culture, and society of the Hawaiian Islands. The book covers the period from the earliest settlement of the islands by Polynesian voyagers to the 19th century, when the islands were annexed by the United States. The author begins by providing an overview of the geography and natural resources of the islands, as well as the social organization and religious beliefs of the native people. He then traces the arrival of European explorers, the establishment of the first Western-style government, and the impact of the arrival of Christian missionaries. Jarves also delves into the complex political and economic relationships between the Hawaiian monarchy, the United States, and other foreign powers, including Britain and France. He describes the various attempts by foreign powers to gain control of the islands, the rise of the sugar industry, and the eventual overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy in 1893. Throughout the book, Jarves provides vivid descriptions of Hawaiian customs, traditions, and daily life, as well as the art, architecture, and literature of the islands. He also examines the impact of Westernization on Hawaiian culture and the efforts by native Hawaiians to preserve their traditions in the face of rapid change. Overall, ""History of the Hawaiian or Sandwich Islands"" is a fascinating and informative work that offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of one of the most beautiful and intriguing places on earth.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.