Publisher's Synopsis
Hiwa: A Tale of Ancient Hawaii is a historical fiction novel written by Edmund P. Dole and first published in 1900. Set in ancient Hawaii, the story follows the life of Hiwa, a young girl who is taken away from her family by a powerful chief as a tribute. Hiwa is forced to live in the chief's household and serve as a personal attendant to his wife. As she grows older, Hiwa becomes more aware of the injustices and cruelty of her situation, and begins to plot her escape. Along the way, she meets a young warrior named Kana, who becomes her ally and helps her navigate the dangerous world of ancient Hawaii. Together, they embark on a journey that takes them across the island, encountering various challenges and obstacles along the way. The novel is a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Hawaii, with detailed descriptions of the landscape, customs, and traditions of the people. It also explores themes of power, oppression, and resistance, as Hiwa fights to regain her freedom and assert her own agency in a society that seeks to control and exploit her. Overall, Hiwa is a compelling and engaging novel that offers a unique glimpse into the rich 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.
