Hawaii's Story by Hawaii's Queen Lilliuokalani Political Memoir Annexation PB

Hawaii's Story by Hawaii's Queen (1898) is a deeply personal and political memoir by Queen Liliʻuokalani, the last reigning monarch of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Written five years after the overthrow of her government, the book offers a firsthand account of her life, reign, and the events that led to the annexation of Hawaii by the United States.She details her appeals to U.S. President Grover Cleveland for reinstatement, her house arrest, and the failed 1895 counter-rebellion, which led to her imprisonment and forced abdication. The memoir is both a plea for justice and a historical document, expressing her sorrow over the loss of Hawaiian sovereignty and her hope for her peoples future.The book remains a powerful voice in the Hawaiian sovereignty movement and a poignant reminder of the cultural and political upheaval of the time.VERY GOOD CONDITION: Book is unread, cover has light damage, bottom corner curled. faultless for everyday use. premium materials and excellent craftsmanship ensure long-lasting durability.