Author: Glen Grant
Publisher: Mutual Publishing
ISBN: 9781566473477
Category : Hawaii
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Author: Lois Lowry
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780395895436
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 200

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Using family photographs and quotes from her books, the author provides glimpses into her life.

Author: Annie Bright
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 1098270282
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51

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From snorkeling in turquoise waters and climbing volcanoes to dining on tasty dishes in the cities, there's a lot to see and do in Hawaii. This island state lies in the Pacific Ocean. Hawaii introduces the state's history, geography, climate, economy, people, and places. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Author: Lynette Cruz
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Hawaii
Languages : en
Pages : 80

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Author: George S. Kanahele
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824817909
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 258

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Waikiki has always been a special place to the people of Hawai'i, but in recent years its mana, or spirit, has been lost--or more correctly--forgotten. The restoration of mana, requires looking back to the history of the community. To this end, George Kanahele, one of Hawai'i's most distinguished historians, has written the first comprehensive history of Waikiki. Dr. Kanahele describes the prehistoric origins of Waikiki and its cultural, economic, and political evolution. Once an important center of Hawaiian civilization, Waikiki collapsed in the wake of Westernization long before it became a popular tourist destination. Kanahele weaves an intricate and fascinating story using myths and legends, archaological and other scientific findings, and the works of Hawaiian historians and scholars. Waikiki 100 B.C. to 1900 A.D. will give readers a new sense of place and appreciation for Waikiki.

Author: Gavan Daws
Publisher: Mutual Publishing
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 230

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Author: Robert Palomares
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1524565210
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 183

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This is a story of two young friends who fought together in Vietnam. One was wounded, and the other helped save his life but in the process administered a dose of morphine, which led to addiction and a downward spiral, leading to the death of one due to overdose. The protagonist, Michael Duarte, suffers from PTSD but doesnt know it. All he knows is that he suffers from nightmares and headaches and guilt over the loss of his friend. He cant maintain a relationship with anyone for very long, leading to a string of relationships. In a series of flashbacks, Duarte looks back at his life.

Author: Lois Lowry
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Two-time Newbery Medalist Lois Lowry offers an intimate look at pivotal moments that affected her life, inspired her writing, and often evolved into her rich novels.

Author: Walter Roth
Publisher: ChicagoReviewPress + ORM
ISBN: 089733826X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 302

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Essays chronicling the Jewish history of Chicago, from the late nineteenth century to the end of World War II. The history of Jews in Chicago is a fascinating, complex, and largely unknown story. Thanks to the unstinting efforts of Walter Roth, much of this history has been preserved. Now, for the first time, this material has been distilled into a single volume, chronicling events and people from the late nineteenth century to the end of World War II. There are six broad themes, each of which includes several essays: the first of which is “Chicago Jews and the Secular City: Builders, Movers, Shakers” about HL Mettes’s huge 1924 history of Chicago Jews; financier Lazarus Silverman; the U of C Centennial; Jewish participation in the World’s Columbian Exposition; Julius Rosenwald and the Museum of Science & Industry and the Jewish Day Pageant at the Century of Progress in 1933. The other five themes are “Chicago Jews and Anti-Semitism: Tragedy Abroad, Challenges at Home”; “Chicago Jews and Zionism: Local Idealists”; “Chicago Jews and Zionism: Renowned Visitors”; “Chicago Jews and the Arts: The Page and the Stage” and “Chicago Jews on Both Sides of the Law: Colorful Characters.” Anyone interested in Chicago history, ethnic history, Jewish history, will find Looking Backward a fascinating and informative read. Praise for Looking Backward “Roth writes about the well known and the not so well known, bringing to life the people, events, and institutions that shaped the Jewish community.” —Booklist

Author: Richard Lightner
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313072981
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 304

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Hawaii has been referred to as the crossroads of the Pacific. This book illustrates how many world cultures and customs meet in the Hawaiian Islands, providing a chronological overview highlighted by extracts from important works that express Hawaii's unique history. This work starts with chronological chapters on general and ancient Hawaiian history and continues through early Western contact, the 19th century, and Hawaii's annexation to the United States. Topics include politics, religion, social issues, business, ethnic groups, and race relations.