The 183rd birthday of King David Kalākaua

Born November 16, 1836, David Laʻamea Kamananakapu Mahinuilani Naloiaehuokalani Lumialani Kalākaua was the second child of Caesar Kapaʻakea and Analea Keohokāole. Born in a grass hut compound at th ebase of Punchbowl Crater, Kalākaua was born into the aliʻi class of Hawaiian nobility and attended the Chiefs' Children's School where those marked eligible for the throne of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi studied.

He ascended to the throne during the election of 1874 against Queen Emma and ruled the islands int he same convivial manner he was known to have during his youth. During his reign he brought back the hula which had been banned in 1820, set out for an international trip of goodwill in 1881, and oversaw the construction of ʻIolani Palace which stands to this day. Despite the highlights, his reign was also filled with dark times including his forced signing of the Bayonet Constitution in 1887 which was written by anti-monarchists aiming to strip the Hawaiian monarchy of much of its authority and change the requirements of voting in the islands.

Kalākaua ruled the islands until his death on January 20, 1891 during a trip to California. It took 9 days for news of his death to reach the islands and on January 29, 1891, his sister, Princess Lydia Kanakaʻeha ascended to throne and become Queen Liliʻuokalani.

Below are additional resources on King Kalākaua and life in the islands during his time.

Amstrong, W. (1995). Around the world with a king. Honolulu, HI: Mutual Publishing.

This book captures the entirely of Kalākaua's trip around the world beginning with his plans -- the valet he would bring, the scope of his tour, the ceremonies he would attend, etc. -- and details his journey by location visited. From the Shrines of Shiba to the Harbors of Hong Kong, Kalākaua and his delegation traveled far and wide to learn about the world and also share Hawaiʻi on an international level.

Kameshiro, S. (2009). The arts of kingship: Hawaiian art and national culture of the Kalākaua era. Honolulu, HI: UH Press.

"Offers a sustained and detailed account of Hawaiian public art and architecture during the reign of David Kalākaua... provides visual and historical analysis of Kalākaua's coronation and relagia, the King Kamehameha Statute, ʻIolani Palace, and the Hawaiian National Museum... This interdisciplinary work will appeal to art and architecture historians as well as those studying Pacific history, cultural and museum studies, and anthropology." -from publisher (also available as e-book)

Siler, J. (2012). Lost kingdom: Hawaii's last queen, the sugar kings, and America's first imperial adventure. 

"Deftly weaving together a memorable cast of characters, "Lost Hawaii" brings to life the ensuing clash between a vulnerable Polynesian people and relentlessly expanding capitalist powers. Portraits of royalty and rogues, sugar barons, and missionaries combine into a sweeping tale of the Hawaiian Kingdom's ride and fall." -from publisher

Zambucka, K. (1983). Kalakaua: Hawaii's last king. Honolulu, HI: Mana Pub. Co.

Anecdotes, personal letters, historical newspaper excerpts are woven together to present the colorful reign of King David Kalākaua, the last king of Hawaʻi. Written by the award-winning author of countless books on Hawaiʻi and the Pacific, Zambucka began writing at the age of seventeen and has traveled the world gathering research on her writings.

November is National Gratitude Month

Every November gratitude is a theme many reflect upon as they think of all the lessons and blessings they have experienced throughout the year. While some feel gratitude is merely a feeling of thanks, researchers at the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley, have found the following trends in individuals who practice gratitude:

• stronger immune systems
• lower blood pressure
• more optimism, joy, and happiness
• more compassion
• less feelings of loneliness or isolation

Below are some resources for you to enjoy this November to learn more about gratitude or even how you can practice gratitude in your daily life. 

Canfield, J. (2009). Chicken soup for the soul count your blessings: 101 stories of gratitude, fortitude, and silver linings.

"A collection of 101 true stories from real people about realizing the blessings in their lives after they have lived through adversity, whether financial, job-related, health-related, natural disasters, or the death of loved ones. The stories are about their fortitude, their gratitude for the lives they still have, and the silver linings they have found amidst their troubles and challenges." (from publisher)

Steindl-Rast, D. (1984). Gratefulness, the heart of prayer: an approach to life in fullness. New York, NY: Paulist Press.

"A member of the Calmaldolese order of monks... Steindl-Rost does a wonderful job of exploring the relationship between prayer and that sense of gratefulness that comes with love, which is at the very center of what it means to be human." --Doug Thrope, via publisher

Leithart, P. (2014). Gratitude: An intellectual history. Waco, TX: Baylor University Press.

"Gratitude is often understood as etiquette rather than ethics, an emotion rather than politics... Gratitude: An intellectual history examines changing conceptions of gratitude from Homer to the present." (from publisher)

Emmons, R. and McCullough, M. (2004). The psychology of gratitude. New York, NY: Oxford University Press.  

"Gratitude, like other positive emotions, has inspired many theological and philosophical writings, but it has inspired little vigorous, empirical research... this volume brings together prominent scientists from various disciplines to examine what has become known as the most neglected emotion." (from publisher)

For those wanting to challenge and grow their sense of gratitude, there is also the 30-Days of Gratitude Journaling Challenge:

Prehistoric Pumpkin Contest

Some Halloween fun..."Prehistoric Pumpkin Contest" going on in the Sullivan Family Library. Come see these amazing creations and vote for your favorite! Who will win...Eggy or Jurassic Pumpkin?? Sponsored by the Division of Humanities and Fine Arts. 🎃

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The 120th Anniversary of Princess Kaʻiulani's Birth

October 16, 2019 marks the 120th anniversary of the birth of Princess Kaʻiulani whose tragic life is still remembered by the people of Hawaiʻi for the hope she gave to the kingdom and her determination to preserve the Hawaiian monarchy.

Princess Kaʻiulani was born Victoria Kawēkiu Kaʻiulani Lunalilo Kalaninuihilapalapa Clegborn to Princess Miriam Likelike and the well-known Scottish businessman Archibald Scott Cleghorn. She was born in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi at the site of The Pacific Club located at 1451 Queen Emma Street in downtown Honolulu.

At age thirteen, Princess Kaʻiulani was sent to England for private studies in preparation of her assumption of the throne. A brilliant student, the Princess excelled in courses such as Latin, Literature, Mathematics as well as studies in German and French. Noted as a beautiful young woman with commanding intelligence, grace, and charm, Princess Kaʻiulani received the following shocking telegram in January of 1893:

"Monarchy Abrogated - Queen Deposed - Break news to Princess"

Over the upcoming years, the Princess fought publicly for the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi and its people making public statements and appearances despite her failing health. Just six years after receiving the shocking telegram, the Princess was dead at the age of 23.

Below is a selected list of titles related to Princess Kaʻiulani and her life.

Mrantz, M. (1980). Hawaiiʻs tragic princess : Kaiulani, the girl who never got to rule. Honolulu, HI: Aloha Graphics and Sales. 

The dramatic story of Princess Kaʻiulani is told in this fascinating biography from her time as a bright, precocious child to her transformation into a wise young woman. This well-researched biography is sprinkled with archival pictures of the Princess and Hawaiʻi.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs. (1994). Onipaa : five days in the history of the Hawaiian nation. Honolulu, HI: Office of Hawaiian Affairs and Mutual Publishing. 

"Captures the memories of the centennial events marking the January 17, 1893 overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy. Through pictures and words, ʻOnipaʻa conveys the emotions, grief, hope, and spiritual renewal experienced by those who participated." From Publisher

Thomas, N. (2010). Princess Kaʻiulani [videorecording]. Santa Monica, CA: Lionsgate. 

"Princess Kaʻiulani [is] the bright and beautiful heir to the Hawaiian throne... Following an idyllic childhood in Honolulu, the willful teenage princess is sent to Britain to receive an education fit for a future queen. There, she meets the handsome young Clive Davies... who quickly sweeps her off her feet. Meanwhile, destiny calls back home, where the Hawaiian monarchy is overthrown and the threat of U.S. annexation looms. Kaʻiulani must choose between love and her duty to her people." From DVD container

Webb, N. (1998). Kaiulani : crown princess of Hawaii. Honolulu, HI: Mutual Publishing.

Comprehensive biography of Princess Kaʻiulani covering the time from her birth till death with coverage of major events in her life including her education abroad, the annexation of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi to the United States, and her fight for the people of Hawaiʻi. Originally published in 1962, this biography has been reprinted numerous times of the years because of the public interest in her life and the depth of this book.

October Reading List

Autumn is here and it's the perfect time of year to curl up with some cozy books or frightening tales to put you in the mood for fall. Below are some books, e-books, and DVDs you might want to check out:

Burton, T. (2008). The nightmare before Christmas. Burbank, CA: Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment. 

Jack Skellington, the King of Halloween, becomes bored with his every day routine and decides to enter a door leading to Christmastown. After returning to Halloweentown, Jack tries to sway the town to do Christmas this year instead but things do not go as Jack planned...

Dixon, W. (2010). A history of horror. New Brunswick, NJ: Rutgers University Press. 

"Arranged by decades, this 1-stop source book unearths the historical origins of characters such as Dracula, Frankenstein, and the Wolfman and their various incarnations in film... A History of Horror explores how the horror film fits into the Hollywood studio system and how its enormous success in American and European culture expanded globally." Abstract

Fitch, M. (2013). Paranormal nation : why America needs ghosts, UFOs, and bigfoot. Santa Barbara, CA: Praeger. 

"A thought-provoking study of paranormal phenomena traces the impact of supernatural beliefs on popular culture and, conversely, examines the influence of new communication technologies on research being conducted in the field." From Publisher

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Midler, B. (1993). Hocus Pocus. Burbank, CA: Disney DVD. 

"When three outlandishly wild witches are accidentally conjured up by pranksters, they return from 17th century Salem and set out to cast a spell on the town, but first they must outwit three kids and a talking cat." Abstract

Rogers, N. (2002). Halloween : from pagan ritual to party night. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. 

Rooted in Celtic and Christian rituals, Halloween has evolved into a nationwide celebration -- part street festival, part fright night, and a huge commercial enterprise. Rogers takes a lively look at the cultural origins of this popular holiday. Drawing on classic and contemporary sources, Rogers presents a holistic representation of this bewitching day. (Available in electronic format as well.)

Schwartz, A. (2017). Scary stories to tell in the dark. New York, NY: Harper.

"Drawn from the oral traditions of American folklore, these ghost stories and tales of weird happenings, witches, and graveyards have startling, funny, or surprising endings." Abstract

Shore, G. (2015). Dracula untold [videorecording]. Universal City, CA: Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. 

"As his kingdom is being threatened by the Turks, young prince Vlad Tepes must become a monster feared by his own people in order to obtain the power needed to protect his own family, and the families of his kingdom." Abstract

Now hiring: Student Assistants

The Sullivan Family Library is currently seeking 2 or 3 student assistants for hire.  Students must be of full-time status. The Library is seeking students who are able to work some combination of the following hours:

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Applications are available, please inquire at the Circulation Desk.  You will be asked to provide your class schedule when applying and work schedules will be planned around your class times.

Library Closed 11:20AM-1:30PM, August 30, 2019

Sullivan Family Library will be closed 11:20am-1:30pm today (August 30) so that people may attend the Spiritual Convocation being held in the Mystical Rose Oratory.

ʻOnipaʻa - Celebrating the 181st Birthday of Queen Liliʻuokalani

Lydia Liliʻu Loloku Walania Wewehi Kamakaʻeha was born to Anela Keohokālole and Caesar Kapaʻakea on September 2, 1838. As she was born to a high-ranking family, she and her siblings were made eligible for the Hawaiian throne through King Kamehameha III.

Lydia was raised by her hanai parents, Laura Kōnia and Abner Pākī making her the hanai sister of Bernice Pauahi -- also a member of the Royal Family of Hawaiʻi and notable philanthropist in the islands.

Upon the death of her brother, King David Kalākaua, Lydia took the oath of office becoming the first Queen of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi on January 29, 1981 but her reign was cut short when a group of non-Hawaiian businessmen overthrew the monarchy (January 17, 1893) and forced the Queen into imprisonment at ʻIolani Palace. After 8 months of imprisonment, the Queen was released on parole but forbidden to leave the island of Oʻahu.

Despite the unlawful nature of the overthrow, the petition signed by Hawaiian people voicing their protest to the annexation, the request by newly inaugurated President Grover Cleveland to investigate the overthrow, and 4-day uprising with an attempted coup dʻetat to restore the monarchy, the Republic of Hawaiʻi was proclaimed on July 4, 1894.

For more information on Queen Liliʻuokalani, her reign, and the annexation of Hawaiʻi, below are some books for you to check out:

Iaukea, Sydney L. (2012). The queen and I. Berkeley, CA: University of California Press.

"Spurred by questions surrounding inter-generational property disputes in her immediate family, Iaukea delves in to Hawaiʻi historical archives. There she discovers the central role played by her great-great-grandfather in the politics of late-nineteenth- and early-twentieth-century Hawaiʻi... Iaukea charts her ancestor's efforts to defend a culture under siege, she reveals astonishing legal and legislative maneuvers that show us how capitalism reshaped cultural relationships." - Provided by Publisher

Queen Liliʻuokalani. (2013). Hawaii's Story. Honolulu, HI: Hui Hanai.

Originally published in 1898, five years after the overthrow of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi, Liliʻuokalani gives her account of her upbringing, accession to the throne, appeals to the United States government, and arrest. Elegantly written, this part autobiography, part political history gives readers insight into one of the most turbulent events in Hawaiian history. Includes photographs specially selected to illustrate the life of the Queen.

Sai, David Keanu. (2011). Ua mau ke ea = Sovereignty endures : an overview of the political and legal history of the Hawaiian Islands. Honolulu, HI: Pūʻā Foundation.

"Great example of helping understand historical traumatic events and its long-term effects on individuals and society. This book chronicles Hawaiʻi's history through storytelling, interviews, archival images, and Hawaiian-language newspaper articles. Takes the reader on a journey from 18th century Hawaiʻi under the rule of King Kamehameha I through the 19th century of the Hawaiian Kingdom and into the present day." - Provided by Publisher


DVDs:
Coffman, Tom. (2007). Nation within: the story of Americaʻs annexation of Hawaiʻi. Honolulu, HI: Tom Coffman. 
Ducat, Vivian. (2006). Hawaii's last queen. Boston, MA: WGBH. 
Nishikawa, Lane. (2006). The queen's story. Maui, HI: MEO, Inc. 

New displays at Library

It's the start of the school year and that means adjusting to new things: college life, new environment, new relationships.  We have just the books that may help some of you in these areas...cookbooks, dealing with dorm life and peculiar roommates, choosing a major, humorous outlooks on college life, etc.

 

For those who are new to the islands, we even have guide books to places you can explore and things you can do during your spare time. We also have books to help you understand the local lingo and freak yourself out with ghost stories of Hawai'i, if that's your cup of tea. Lots of meaningful experiences await you as you begin your college life here in Hawai'i...