Synopsis
A witty travel memoir that turns a tropical voyage into a window of humorous, memorable impressions.
This lighthearted, zesty account blends travelogue with sharp observational humor as readers follow a voyage to the Hawaiis and a stay among volcanoes, coastlines, and quirky characters. The book mixes offbeat anecdotes, sly satire, and vivid scenes from shipboard to lava fields, offering a breezy look at early tropical travel and the people who make it unforgettable.
- Colorful portraits of sailors, tourists, and islanders told with playful irony.
- Vivid vignettes of sea travel, volcanoes, and island hospitality.
- Humor about customs, mishaps, and the oddities of early travel life.
- Accessible storytelling that blends personal voice with everyday observations.
Ideal for readers who enjoy humorous travel writing, steamship adventures, and bite-sized cultural sketches from a bygone era.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a humorous and insightful look at the Hawaiian Islands as they were in the late 19th century, just before the overthrow of the monarchy. The author, a keen observer, chronicles his own experiences traveling to Hawaii by ship and then exploring Honolulu and its environs. He blends personal anecdotes with historical observations, taking on the topic of the islands' discovery by Captain Cook and the subsequent, often brutal, relationship between the Hawaiians and the outside world. The book also examines the emerging influence of American culture and the social dynamics of Hawaiian society at the time. This book provides a lively and informative window into a unique and pivotal moment in Hawaiian history, offering valuable glimpses into the traditions, cultural complexities, and social landscapes of a place at a turning point in its history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333625818_0
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Hawaii, a Snap Shot Being the Record of a Trip to the Paradise of the Pacific In Which the Truth of General Impressions More Than Literal and Often Misleading Fact Is Offered Classic Reprint
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