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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - The Hawaiian Kingdom tells the dramatic story of how a chain of rival islands became one of the most remarkable native monarchies in Pacific history. From the sacred world of old Hawaii and the rise of Kamehameha, to the growth of royal government, foreign pressure, constitutional struggle, and the overthrow of Queen Liliuokalani, this book follows the full arc of Hawaiian history with clarity and depth. It brings together the lives of kings, queens, chiefs, missionaries, diplomats, and ordinary Hawaiians whose world was transformed by war, faith, trade, disease, and empire. Inside this book, you will discover: - The world of old Hawaii before unification- The rise of Kamehameha and the creation of the Hawaiian Kingdom- The fall of the old religious order and the spread of Christianity- How land reform, trade, and sugar changed Hawaiian society- The reign of King Kalakaua and the defense of royal authority- Queen Liliuokalani and the overthrow of the monarchy- The annexation of Hawaii and the lasting legacy of the kingdom>For readers interested in Hawaiian history, Polynesian history, royal history, indigenous history, and the history of the Pacific, The Hawaiian Kingdom offers a powerful account of one of the most important and tragic stories in the modern history of the islands.…

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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The Hawaiian Kingdom tells the dramatic story of how a chain of rival islands became one of the most remarkable native monarchies in Pacific history. From the sacred world of old Hawaii and the rise of Kamehameha, to the growth of royal government, foreign pressure, constitutional struggle, and the overthrow of Queen Liliuokalani, this book follows the full arc of Hawaiian history with clarity and depth. It brings together the lives of kings, queens, chiefs, missionaries, diplomats, and ordinary Hawaiians whose world was transformed by war, faith, trade, disease, and empire. Inside this book, you will discover: The world of old Hawaii before unificationThe rise of Kamehameha and the creation of the Hawaiian KingdomThe fall of the old religious order and the spread of ChristianityHow land reform, trade, and sugar changed Hawaiian societyThe reign of King Kalakaua and the defense of royal authorityQueen Liliuokalani and the overthrow of the monarchyThe annexation of Hawaii and the lasting legacy of the kingdomThis history is not only the story of rulers and political change. It is also the story of a people struggling to preserve identity, sovereignty, and dignity in the face of growing foreign power. For readers interested in Hawaiian history, Polynesian history, royal history, indigenous history, and the history of the Pacific, The Hawaiian Kingdom offers a powerful account of one of the most important and tragic stories in the modern history of the islands. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Far out in the Pacific Ocean, Rapa Nui developed one of the most remarkable societies in Polynesian history. Known to many as Easter Island, this isolated world gave rise to powerful chiefdoms, sacred traditions, clan rivalries, and the towering moai that still stand as symbols of ancestral authority and cultural achievement. The Rapa Nui Kingdoms explores the history of Easter Island chiefdoms from the first settlement of the island to the rise of sacred leadership, territorial clans, monumental stone carving, religious ceremony, social order, and political change. This book follows the formation of chiefly power, the meaning of the moai, the importance of ritual and ancestry, the structure of daily life, the pressures of conflict and environmental strain, and the transformation of authority in the Birdman era.Inside this book, you will discover: The origins of settlement on one of the most remote inhabited islands in the worldHow lineage, rank, and sacred authority shaped the rise of Rapa Nui chiefdomsThe role of clans, territory, and political rivalry in island societyWhy the moai were raised and what they meant to the people who built themHow religion, ancestor veneration, and ceremonial life supported social orderWhat daily life looked like through farming, fishing, labor, and family dutyHow warfare, upheaval, and new ritual traditions transformed the old orderThe lasting legacy of Rapa Nui chiefs, sacred culture, and Polynesian civilizationPerfect for readers interested in Easter Island history, Polynesian history, ancient chiefdoms, tribal leadership, moai culture, and Pacific archaeology, this book offers a rich and compelling look into the political, sacred, and social world of Rapa Nui. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Hidden in the waters of Micronesia lies one of the most extraordinary ancient centers in the Pacific world. Built from massive basalt stones on a coral reef off the island of Pohnpei, Nan Madol was the ceremonial and political heart of the Saudeleur Dynasty, a ruling power surrounded by sacred tradition, royal authority, and enduring mystery. The Nan Madol Kingdom explores the rise of the Saudeleur rulers, the creation of the Stone City, and the world of ancient Pohnpei before foreign contact changed the island forever. From the origins of centralized rule to the construction of canals, tombs, and walled compounds, this book traces how one of the most remarkable sites in Oceania became a symbol of power, belief, and political control. Inside, readers will discover the history of Nan Madol, the sacred authority of the Saudeleur Dynasty, the social order of ancient Pohnpei, the burden of tribute and labor, and the traditions surrounding the fall of this island kingdom. The book also examines the meaning of Nan Madol in archaeology, oral history, and modern cultural memory, revealing why this lost Pacific city continues to fascinate historians, travelers, and readers interested in ancient civilizations. Perfect for readers of ancient history, archaeology, Pacific Island history, lost cities, and forgotten kingdoms, The Nan Madol Kingdom offers a vivid account of one of Micronesia's greatest historical landscapes and the dynasty that ruled from its stone walls. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…