Princess Ka’iulani: Hope of a Nation, Heart of a People (Women of Spirit)

On March 1, 1893, Princess Ka’iulani, 17, stepped onto the pier at New York City, realizing she stood at a crossroads in history. This biography tells the fascinating story of Princess Ka’iulani’s life and courageous fight for Hawaiian independence. Using newly translated journals and letters, Sharon Linnea introduces young readers to the most beloved figure in Hawaiian history, and one of America’s most overlooked Christian heroines. 30 photos.