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The Royal Diaries: Kaiulani: The People's Princess, Hawaii, 1889 [Hardcover]

Ellen Emerson White (Author)
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Ellen Emerson White's contribution to the fictionalized Royal Diaries series portrays the short life of Hawaiian princess Kaiulani Cleghorn. The daughter of a European merchant and a Hawaiian princess, Kaiulani was a direct heir to the Kalakaua dynasty, and third in line for the Hawaiian throne. In her diary, she details her lavish wardrobe, her pet peacocks, and her unusual friendship with the shy, sweet writer Robert Louis Stevenson. When she leaves her beloved islands to attend boarding school in 1889, Kaiulani makes the best of it, noting: "I go off not for myself, but for all of the Hawaiians I will someday lead." Sadly, that was never to be. While Kaiulani was overseas, the Hawaiian monarchy was overthrown by American Reformers, mostly businessmen interested in cashing in on Hawaii's sugarcane and teak industries. Kaiulani immediately left Europe to plead her country's case to President Cleveland and other American dignitaries. But her efforts were in vain--Hawaii was annexed to the United States by 1898. Kaiulani died a year later at the age of 23, many believe of a broken heart. This tragic chapter in American history is relatively unknown, and while the origins of Hawaii's statehood will no doubt intrigue many young readers, it is Kaiulani's determined and hopeful voice that will stay with them long after the last page is turned. Emerson White concludes the diary with an epilogue, historical notes, a diagram of the Kalakaua family tree, six pages of photographs, and a glossary of Hawaiian words. (Ages 9 to 14) --Jennifer Hubert

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Gr 4-8-This fictional journal covers a period of four years in the short life of Princess Victoria Kaiulani of Hawaii. Beginning in 1889, the 13-year-old starts recording her thoughts before she is sent to school in England. As heir to the royal Hawaiian throne, she must learn the poise and composure befitting a future monarch, a role she takes very seriously. In the earlier years of the journal, the overall tone is lighthearted, but Kaiulani frequently alludes to the political difficulties confronting the monarchy, which is plagued by exploitative American business interests. As the problems mount, the diary entries become sparse and filled with the princess's personal worries, with mentions of her failing health. The quotidian writing style is often self-conscious and frivolous, maturing along with the teen. The easy-to-read diary format will appeal to young audiences. The epilogue and historical notes that follow are essential for understanding the historical context of the story. The final sections of the book have several pages of photos and a glossary of Hawaiian words that appear in the text. This book provides an effective way of spreading the story of a dignified and courageous young woman. While it is not as well written as some other titles in this series, it is still a worthy addition to collections carrying the "Royal Diaries."-Be Astengo, Alachua County Library, Gaines-ville, FL

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5.0 out of 5 stars Kaiulani, the Last Hope of Hawaii, Dec 29 2005
This review is from: The Royal Diaries: Kaiulani: The People's Princess, Hawaii, 1889 (Hardcover)
Kaiulani is a Hawaiian princess. She dearly enjoys living on the tropical islands: swimming in the crystal blue water with the fish, laying in the white sand, smelling the delightful fragrances of the exotic flowers, eating the lush fruit, sunbathing in the warm sunlight. Yet, Kaiulani often feels a hurtful pang in her heart at the death of her beloved mother.

Kaiulani and her family are in trouble. The white men from England have brought much to Hawaii: diseases, books, Christianity. But they also brought strange new ideas. They are trying to force Hawaii to desert its monarchy and become a territory of England---Kaiulani would be a princess no more. In hopes of convincing the leaders of error in their ways, Kaiulani heads to England for an education, but also to plead for Hawaii to keeps its independence.

Ellen Emerson White has done a wonderful job weaving the tale of a nearly unknown princess in history, Kaiulani of Hawaii, and her very interesting, inspiring, unusual, and sad story, though it is not very well-known at all. Kaiulani and her people must not be forgotten.

Highly recommended!

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3.0 out of 5 stars An OK book. Not as good as Anastasia., Jan 18 2003
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patricia k (Rockville Centre, New York United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Royal Diaries: Kaiulani: The People's Princess, Hawaii, 1889 (Hardcover)
Kaiulani, the last Hawaiian princess, tells about her life in "paradise". I personally thought that the book was mediocre. There was nothing completely remarkable about this book. I felt it did not have the "it" that all the other books have.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Slow reading, May 20 2002
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Sarah D. (Minnesota, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Royal Diaries: Kaiulani: The People's Princess, Hawaii, 1889 (Hardcover)
This book, unlike most other Royal Diaries books, was pretty boring. Most of the time she is complaining that her mother is dead.
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