Publisher's Synopsis
Hiwa: A Tale of Ancient Hawaii is a historical fiction novel written by Edmund P. Dole and first published in 1900. The story is set in ancient Hawaii and follows the life of Hiwa, a young girl who is born into a noble family. Hiwa is blessed with a beautiful singing voice and is trained in the art of hula dancing.As Hiwa grows older, she becomes increasingly aware of the injustices and inequalities that exist in her society. She witnesses the mistreatment of the lower classes and the corruption of the ruling elite. Despite the dangers, Hiwa becomes involved in a rebellion against the ruling class and fights for justice and equality.The novel provides an insight into the culture and customs of ancient Hawaii, including the importance of hula dancing, the significance of the volcano goddess Pele, and the role of the ali'i (chiefs) in Hawaiian society. It also explores themes such as social justice, inequality, and the struggle for freedom.Overall, Hiwa: A Tale of Ancient Hawaii is a captivating and informative read that offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of Hawaii.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
