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Letters from Hawaii is a collection of 25 letters that Mark Twain wrote from Hawaii in 1866 as a special correspondent for the Sacramento Union newspaper. The 25 letters, written during Twain's four-month visit, were not published as a book until 1947.[1]
In 1866, fifty years before what is now Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park was established, author and humorist Mark Twain ventured to the then-erupting summit of Kīlauea. Part of a four month visit to the islands as a correspondent for the Daily Union newspaper of Sacramento, he traveled to Oʻahu, Maui, and the island of Hawaiʻi. His dispatches were published serially in the newspaper throughout that year and later compiled in a volume entitled "Letters From Hawaii".
On the island of Hawaiʻi, Twain spent time at Kealakekua Bay, the "city of refuge" (Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau), and the small settlement of Waiohinu, but wrote perhaps most romantically about "a scene of wild beauty" at the fiery Kīlauea.
After a long and rough horseback trek up to the summit from Kaʻū, Twain initially expressed disappointment at the sight of the massive caldera. "A wide, level, black plain," he remarked that it seemed to be "a large cellar - nothing more".
Only after a deeper look at the scenery did a sense of scale descend upon him. "The reason the walls looked so low is because the basin inclosed is so large. The place looked a little larger and a little deeper every five minutes, by the watch." Soon, he notes, "About this time I saw an object which helped to increase the size of the crater. It was a house perched on the extreme edge of the wall, at the far end of the basin, two miles and a half away; it looked like a martin box under the eaves of a cathedral!"
While at Kīlauea, Twain stayed at Volcano House, which was situated in a different location on the rim than it is today. He described the hotel in glowing terms, saying it was, "neat, roomy, well furnished and well kept." "The surprise of finding a good hotel in such an outlandish spot startled me considerably more than the volcano did."
Hearing Layne read Mark Twain's newspaper dispatches from Hawaii gives one the invigorating sense of visiting an exotic locale as well as a different era. Those who treat themselves to these blustery, spirited letters will experience a journey in every sense of the word. Before writing his first novel, the penniless journalist got a four-month-long gig writing about his travels in the "the loveliest fleet of islands that lie anchor in any ocean." Layne reads the letters as Twain might have, not backing down during parts that may sound questionable to modern ears (e.g., Twain's repeated congratulations to the missionaries for quashing native customs). In this thoughtfully abridged collection, one letter may rhapsodize about scenery while the next delves into death rituals for a native princess; the result is a listening experience that feels balanced, not overdone. Though few people other than lovers of Hawaii will likely tune in to these letters, those who do will never see their favorite vacation spot (or home) in quite the same way again. They will also receive a reminder of why Twain's legacy has endured. Based on the Univ. of Hawaii Press paperback. (Dec.) Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information.
Embark on a literary journey with "Mark Twain's Letters from Hawaii," a fascinating collection of writings that reveal a lesser-known side of the iconic author. In this audiobook, you'll discover Twain's firsthand accounts and observations as he explores the enchanting landscapes and cultures of Hawaii during his travels. Through his witty and insightful letters, Twain provides a unique perspective on the Hawaiian islands, blending humor, adventure, and keen observations. This audiobook is a delightful voyage into the mind of a literary giant, offering a captivating glimpse into his adventures and the timeless allure of Hawaii.
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