Kapiolani - Mary Elizabeth Welsh - Bog

Kapiolani: A Tale of Hawaii is a historical fiction novel written by Mary Elizabeth Welsh and published in 1902. The story is set in the early 19th century in Hawaii and revolves around the life of Kapiolani, a Hawaiian princess who defies the traditional beliefs of her people and converts to Christianity. The novel follows Kapiolani's journey as she struggles to balance her love for her people and their culture with her newfound faith. The book offers a vivid portrayal of Hawaiian culture and traditions, highlighting the importance of the volcano goddess Pele and the practice of human sacrifice. Kapiolani's decision to reject these practices and embrace Christianity is seen as a significant turning point in Hawaiian history. The novel also explores themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice, as Kapiolani navigates the challenges of her personal and political life.Overall, Kapiolani: A Tale of Hawaii is a compelling and informative work of historical fiction that offers a unique insight into Hawaiian culture and the impact of Christianity on the island.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.