Excerpt from Die Hawaiischen Inseln
Mit der Ausführung astronomischer Messungen beauftragt, hatte ich Gelegenheit, dreizehn Monate auf den hawaiischen Inseln zu ver.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book describes the natural beauty of the Hawaiian Islands and the culture of its inhabitants, providing insights into its volcanic origins, geography, climate, and history. For centuries, the archipelago remained isolated until the late 18th century when it was visited and explored by Europeans, among them Captain James Cook and other notable figures. The author's observations lend a unique perspective to the evolving social and economic transformation of the islands during the 19th century, including the overthrow of the monarchy, the dominance of the sugar industry, and the devastating impact of diseases introduced by colonizers. This book brings alive the essence of the Polynesian culture as it faced inevitable changes and modernization. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780366798612_0
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