Roughing It, Part 8. by Mark Twain

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Author Twain, Mark, 1835-1910
Title Roughing It, Part 8.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roughing_It
Note Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Roughing It, Part 8" by Mark Twain is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. This portion of the work continues to explore Twain's adventures, specifically focusing on his observations and experiences in the Hawaiian Islands. In this section, Twain reflects on historical events, such as Captain Cook's assassination and cultural elements of the native Hawaiian people, while also capturing the beauty of the landscape, including the dramatic features of the islands themselves and the destructiveness of volcanic activity. The opening of this section describes Twain and his companions traveling down a desolate lava mountain towards Kealakekua Bay, a historic site associated with Captain Cook. He vividly recounts the haunting scenery and historical significance of the area, reminiscing about past events and the cultural practices of the Kanakas (Hawaiians). Twain’s writing style combines humor with sharp observations on human nature, presenting a commentary on colonialism and the affects of Western culture on native populations, while emphasizing his candid admiration for the islands' natural beauty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject West (U.S.) -- Description and travel
Subject Hawaii -- Description and travel
Subject Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 -- Travel -- West (U.S.)
Subject Authors, American -- Homes and haunts -- West (U.S.)
Subject West (U.S.) -- Intellectual life -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 8589
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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