From Sword To Share: Or A Fortune In Five Years At Hawaii (1881) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104263065)

From Sword To Share: Or A Fortune In Five Years At Hawaii (1881) is a memoir written by Henry Whalley Nicholson. The book tells the story of Nicholson's journey from a young officer in the British Army to a successful businessman in Hawaii. The book begins with Nicholson's arrival in Hawaii in 1869, where he was stationed as a lieutenant in the British Army. He quickly became enamored with the islands and its people, and began to explore the possibility of staying in Hawaii after his military service ended. After leaving the army, Nicholson decided to try his hand at business, and he quickly found success. He started out as a sugar planter, but soon expanded into other industries, including cattle ranching and shipping. Throughout the book, Nicholson provides a detailed account of his experiences in Hawaii, including his interactions with the locals, his business dealings, and his personal life. He also offers insights into the political and social climate of Hawaii during this time period, including the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy in 1893. Overall, From Sword To Share is a fascinating look at the life of a British expatriate in Hawaii during the late 19th century. It offers a unique perspective on Hawaiian history and culture, and provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by early settlers in the islands.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Henry Whalley Nicholson
ISBN-10: 1104263068
ISBN-13: 9781104263065
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/02/2009
Pages: 404
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.19lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.83d