Publisher's Synopsis
Observations On Hawaiian Somatology: Memoirs Of The Bernice P. Bishop Museum, V9, No. 4 is a book written by Louis R. Sullivan that explores the physical characteristics of the Hawaiian people. The book is part of the Memoirs of the Bernice P. Bishop Museum series, which is dedicated to the study of the natural history and culture of Hawaii and the Pacific region. In this volume, Sullivan provides a detailed analysis of the somatology of the Hawaiian people, which refers to the physical characteristics such as height, weight, and body proportions. He examines the differences between the various ethnic groups in Hawaii, including Native Hawaiians, Japanese, Chinese, and Caucasians. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs to support Sullivan's observations and conclusions. It also includes a section on the history of somatology as a field of study, as well as a discussion of the significance of these findings for the understanding of Hawaiian culture and history. Overall, Observations On Hawaiian Somatology is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers interested in the physical anthropology of the Hawaiian people and the Pacific region. It offers a comprehensive analysis of the somatic characteristics of different ethnic groups and sheds light on the cultural and historical significance of these differences.Bayard Dominick Expedition, No. 13.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.