The Hawaiian Archipelago
(6 votes)Published in 1875, The Hawaiian Archipelago depicts a far different Hawaii than the one we see in travelogues or the one made famous by Pearl Harbor. Ms. Bird's work is significant because of the historical as well as personal perspective she offers. During Bird's time, one primary concern about Hawaii was its dwindling population and abandonment of once-thriving communities. Her love for the islands and the personal healing she experiences, both physically and psychologically, leaves her in its thrall. Illustrated edition contains photographs and illustrations from previous print editions.
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I'm a big fan of the Hawaiian Islands so always read everything I can on them. This book is fascinating because of the picture it gives of the islands before the modern era destroyed so much of their natural attractions. It's interesting how she describes my favorite spots on Maui--very different than they are now! I found the iPad version of the book frustrating though because the last page of almost every chapter in the first half of the book was blank. The second half of the book doesn't seem to have that problem. Still reading it through, every night a chapter or two.