The Spell of the Hawaiian Islands and the Philippines by Isabel Anderson
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"The Spell of the Hawaiian Islands and the Philippines" by Isabel Anderson is a travel and historical account written in the early 20th century. A blend of personal narrative and cultural exploration, the book delves into the islands' unique political and social landscapes, alongside vivid descriptions of their natural beauty and enchanting customs. The author recounts her journeys through Hawaii and the Philippines, capturing the allure of both regions as well as
the complexities of their historical status during the time of writing. The opening of the work presents the author's first voyage to Hawaii aboard the ship "Gaelic", where she describes an idyllic journey across the Pacific and her impressions upon arrival at Oahu. She paints a vivid picture of the flora, fauna, and local culture, including insights into the legends, myths, and American presence in the islands. The chapter sets the tone for her experiences, blending nostalgia with observations about the islands' transition from independent governance to integration with the United States, all while expressing a deep appreciation for the tropical paradise before her. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Anderson, Isabel, 1876-1948 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Spell of the Hawaiian Islands and the Philippines |
| Series Title | The Spell Series |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | Hawaii |
| Subject | Philippines |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 41451 |
| Release Date | Nov 23, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 887 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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