Imperial Maine and Hawai'i: Interpretative Essays in the History of Nineteenth Century American Expansion

by Paul T. Burlin

Book Overview

Burlin's book provides an analysis of some of the broad themes and currents of 19th century American expansion in the Pacific through a discussion of a number of Maine inhabitants, either going to Hawai'i or other areas of the archipelago. Individuals covered include Sanford Dole, Luther Secerance, John L. Stevens, and James G. Blaine.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0739114662
• ISBN13: 9780739114667
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Globe Pequot Publishing Group Inc/Bloomsbury
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.3" x 9.0"