Publisher's Synopsis
History And General Views Of The Sandwich Islands������� Mission (1839) is a book written by Sheldon Dibble. The book provides a comprehensive history of the Sandwich Islands, which are now known as Hawaii. It covers the period from the arrival of the first Christian missionaries in 1820 to the early 1830s.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the history of the Sandwich Islands. The first chapter provides an overview of the geography, climate, and natural resources of the islands. The second chapter covers the history of the islands before the arrival of the missionaries, including the rule of the Hawaiian monarchs and the impact of European explorers and traders.The third chapter focuses on the arrival of the Christian missionaries in 1820 and their efforts to spread Christianity throughout the islands. It covers the establishment of mission stations, the translation of the Bible into Hawaiian, and the conversion of many Hawaiians to Christianity.The fourth chapter covers the political and social changes that occurred in the islands as a result of the missionary presence. It discusses the adoption of Western-style laws and institutions, the decline of the Hawaiian monarchy, and the rise of a new class of Hawaiian elites who were educated and influenced by the missionaries.The final chapter provides a general overview of the impact of the missionary presence on the Sandwich Islands. It discusses the changes in Hawaiian culture and society, the spread of Christianity, and the role of the missionaries in shaping the future of the islands.Overall, History And General Views Of The Sandwich Islands������� Mission (1839) provides a detailed and informative account of the history of the Sandwich Islands during a period of significant change and transformation. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Hawaii or the impact of Christian missionaries on indigenous cultures.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.
