In 'From a Native Daughter,' Haunani-Kay Trask weaves a powerful tapestry of indigenous Hawaiian identity, history, and the impact of colonization. Through poignant essays and evocative poetry, she challenges the narrative imposed by colonial powers and ignites a fierce pride in her heritage. With her sharp insights, Trask explores the ongoing struggles for sovereignty and the reclamation of land and culture. This compelling collection not only illuminates the Hawaiian experience but also serves as a universal call for justice and recognition of marginalized voices. Dive into Trask's work to uncover the layers of history, resilience, and the relentless fight for a rightful place in the world.
By Haunani-Kay Trask
Published: 1999
""To be Hawaiian is to have a profound connection to the land, the culture, and the spirits that inhabit our history; it is a call to remember and reclaim what has been lost, and to celebrate the beauty of our existence and resistance.""
Since its publication in 1993, From a Native Daughter, a provocative, well-reasoned attack against the rampant abuse of Native Hawaiian rights, institutional racism, and gender discrimination, has generated heated debates in Hawai'i and throughout the world. This 1999 revised work published by University of Hawai‘i Press includes material that builds on issues and concerns raised in the first edition: Native Hawaiian student organizing at the University of Hawai'i; the master plan of the Native Hawaiian self-governing organization Ka Lahui Hawai'i and its platform on the four political arenas of sovereignty; the 1989 Hawai'i declaration of the Hawai'i ecumenical coalition on tourism; and a typology on racism and imperialism. Brief introductions to each of the previously published essays brings them up to date and situates them in the current Native Hawaiian rights discussion.
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“"To be Hawaiian is to have a profound connection to the land, the culture, and the spirits that inhabit our history; it is a call to remember and reclaim what has been lost, and to celebrate the beauty of our existence and resistance."”
From a Native Daughter
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Haunani-Kay Trask is a distinguished Native Hawaiian scholar, poet, and activist known for her passionate advocacy for Hawaiian sovereignty and environmental justice. Her notable works include 'Night is a Sharkskin Drum,' which showcases her unique blend of lyrical and political poetry, and 'From a Native Daughter: Colonialism and Sovereignty in Hawaii,' a powerful collection of essays that critiques colonialism and calls for Native Hawaiian rights. Trask’s writing style is characterized by its eloquent use of imagery and its deep commitment to social justice, reflecting her cultural heritage and activism.
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