Memoir of Keopuolani, Late Queen of the Sandwich Islands (1825) - Hardcover

Memoir of Keopuolani, Late Queen of the Sandwich Islands is a historical book written by William Richards in 1825. The book is a memoir of the life of Keopuolani, the queen of the Hawaiian Islands during the early 19th century. Richards was an American Protestant missionary who lived in Hawaii during this time and had close interactions with Keopuolani.The book provides a detailed account of Keopuolani's life, including her childhood, marriage, and reign as queen. It also sheds light on the political and cultural landscape of Hawaii during this time, including the influence of Christianity on the island.Richards writes about Keopuolani's conversion to Christianity and her role in spreading the religion throughout the Hawaiian Islands. He also discusses her impact on Hawaiian society, including her efforts to promote education and improve the lives of women and children.Overall, Memoir of Keopuolani, Late Queen of the Sandwich Islands is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the life and legacy of one of Hawaii's most influential figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Hawaiian history or the history of Christianity in the Pacific.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.