The Hawaiian Archipelago by Isabella L. Bird
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"The Hawaiian Archipelago" by Isabella L. Bird is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the author's six-month journey through the Hawaiian Islands, sharing her vivid observations and experiences of the landscape, local culture, and the everyday lives of the Hawaiian people. Bird aims to provide a fresh perspective on the islands, contrasting with existing literature that focuses primarily on historical customs and missionary influences. At the
start of the narrative, Bird introduces her motivations for traveling to Hawaii, initially for health reasons, and describes her adventures aboard the dilapidated steamer Nevada as she journeys from New Zealand to the islands. The opening chapters detail her encounters with the ship crew, the harsh sailing conditions, and the various personalities aboard, including a critically ill passenger whose condition leads Bird to extend her stay in Hawaii. Upon reaching Honolulu, Bird captures the contrasts in the island's beauty, its vibrant communities, and her fascination with the tropical environment—setting the stage for her further exploration of Hawaiian life and landscapes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bird, Isabella L. (Isabella Lucy), 1831-1904 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Hawaiian Archipelago |
| Credits | Les Bowler |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | Hawaii -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6750 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 766 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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