The Orphan Master's Son
The Orphan Master's Son

Author: Adam Johnson

Publisher: Random House Incorporated

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 465

ISBN-13: 0812992792

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The son of a singer mother whose career forcibly separated her from her family and an influential father who runs an orphan work camp, Pak Jun Do rises to prominence using instinctive talents and eventually becomes a professional kidnapper and romantic rival to Kim Jong Il. By the author of Parasites Like Us.

Spoken Hawaiian
Spoken Hawaiian

Author: Samuel H. Elbert

Publisher: University of Hawaii Press

Published: 2021-05-25

Total Pages: 269

ISBN-13: 0824842383

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This Hawaiian language text, intended for self-learning as well as classroom use, presents the principal conversational and grammatical patterns of the language in 67 lessons, each containing English-Hawaiian dialogues. Emphasis is given to idiomatic speech, and a vocabulary of approximately 800 words, selected on the basis of frequency of usage and cultural importance, is introduced. The frequent humor of the lessons makes Elbert's Spoken Hawaiian an enjoyable learning experience. Also noteworthy is the author's inclusion of old Hawaiian in the text - legends, songs, stories - to enable the student to read the rich Hawaiian traditional literature in the vernacular language. The illustrations by noted artist Jean Charlot are a charming and amusing complement to the text. Spoken Hawaiian will help the student not only to read and speak the language, but at the same time to appreciate the rich heritage of the Hawaiian past and its literature. of the sixty-seven lessons is a sample dialog in Hawaiian with English translation.

Hawaii
Hawaii

Author: Greg Ward

Publisher: Rough Guides

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 592

ISBN-13: 9781858287386

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This guide to Hawaii covers all of Hawaii's visited islands, from the lush resorts and deluxe beaches to the interior wilderness, rainforest and volcanoes. The book provides comprehensive details on outdoor activities; a detailed background on Hawaiian culture; and in-depth reviews of hotels, restaurants and nightlife options, to suit every budget.

National Geographic Traveler - Hawaii
National Geographic Traveler - Hawaii

Author: Rita Ariyoshi

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 142621250X

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"Hawaii-born journalist Thelma Chang updated and wrote new features for the 2009 edition."--Page 7.

Hawaii For Dummies
Hawaii For Dummies

Author: Cheryl Farr Leas

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2008-12-05

Total Pages: 557

ISBN-13: 0470443006

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For Dummies Travel guides are the ultimate user-friendly trip planners, combining the broad appeal and time-tested features of the For Dummies series with up-to-the-minute advice and information from the experts at Frommer’s. Small trim size for use on-the-go Focused coverage of only the best hotels and restaurants in all price ranges Tear-out “cheat sheet” with full-color maps or easy reference pointers

Fodor's Essential Hawaii
Fodor's Essential Hawaii

Author: Fodor's Travel Guides

Publisher: Fodor's Travel

Published: 2016-11-15

Total Pages: 1220

ISBN-13: 0804143668

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Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. Hawaii overflows with natural beauty, from its soft sand beaches to its dramatic volcanic cliffs. The islands' offerings, from urban Honolulu in Oahu to the luxe resorts of Maui to the natural wonders of Kauai and the Big Island, appeal to all tastes. There's also much to appreciate about the state's unique culture and the tradition of aloha that has welcomed millions of visitors over the years. This travel guide includes: · Dozens of full-color maps · Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks · Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path · Coverage of Oahu, Maui, The Big Island, Kauai, Molokai, and Lanai Planning to focus on one Hawaiian Island? Check out Fodor's travel guides to Maui, Kauai, Oahu, and Big Island of Hawaii.