Publisher's Synopsis
History And General Views Of The Sandwich Islands������� Mission is a book written by Sheldon Dibble and published in 1839. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Sandwich Islands, which are now known as Hawaii. Dibble was a missionary who lived in the islands during the early 19th century, and his book is based on his experiences and observations.The book is divided into several sections that cover different aspects of the history and culture of the Sandwich Islands. The first section provides an overview of the islands and their people, including their customs, traditions, and beliefs. Dibble also describes the arrival of the first missionaries to the islands and their efforts to convert the native population to Christianity.The second section of the book focuses on the political and social changes that occurred in the islands as a result of the arrival of the missionaries. Dibble describes the establishment of a constitutional monarchy, the development of a written language, and the growth of the islands' economy.The third section of the book provides a detailed account of the missionary work that was carried out in the islands. Dibble describes the challenges that the missionaries faced, including the language barrier and the resistance of some of the native population to their message.Overall, History And General Views Of The Sandwich Islands������� Mission provides a fascinating insight into the history and culture of the Sandwich Islands during the early 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Hawaii, the history of Christian missions, or the history of colonialism and cultural exchange.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.
