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

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

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

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

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

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

Taschenbuch. Zustand: 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.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 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.…