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A Shark Going Inland Is My Chief: The Island Civilization of Ancient Hawai'i,Used
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Tracing the origins of the Hawaiians and other Polynesians back to the shores of the South China Sea, archaeologist Patrick Vinton Kirch follows their voyages of discovery across the Pacific in this fascinating history of Hawaiian culture from about one thousand years ago. Combining more than four decades of his own research with Native Hawaiian oral traditions and the evidence of archaeology, Kirch puts a human face on the gradual rise to power of the Hawaiian godkings, who by the late eighteenth century were locked in a series of wars for ultimate control of the entire archipelago.This lively, accessible chronicle works back from Captain James Cooks encounter with the pristine kingdom in 1778, when the British explorers encountered an island civilization governed by rulers who could not be gazed upon by common people. Interweaving anecdotes from his own widespread travel and extensive archaeological investigations into the broader historical narrative, Kirch shows how the early Polynesian settlers of Hawai'i adapted to this new island landscape and created highly productive agricultural systems.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Shark Going Inland Is My Chief'? A: The book focuses on the origins of Hawaiians and other Polynesians, tracing their voyages across the Pacific and the development of Hawaiian culture over the past thousand years.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Patrick Vinton Kirch, an archaeologist with over four decades of research experience.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on March 5, 2019.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'A Shark Going Inland Is My Chief' contain? A: The book contains a total of 368 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for those interested in Hawaiian history? A: Yes, it is suitable for anyone interested in Hawaiian history, culture, and archaeology.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the First Edition.
- Q: Are there any specific themes explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of migration, cultural adaptation, and the rise of Hawaiian god-kings throughout history.
- Q: Does the author include personal experiences in the book? A: Yes, Patrick Vinton Kirch interweaves anecdotes from his travels and archaeological investigations into the historical narrative.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is in new condition when purchased.