Customer Reviews

Atlas of Hawai'I

5 star:		(5)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

Don't be deceived, this is not just a book of maps. This title is a comprehensive look at Hawaii: its physical environment from geology to earthquakes, its biotic environment from animals to plants, its culture from archaeology and history to religion and architecture, its social environment from land use to communications, and complete with appropriate tables and statistics. Color pictures, graphs, and excellent maps add to the quality. The only shortcoming in the book is that there is only a one paragraph discussion of VOG, volcanic emissions that cause significant pollution on the island of Hawaii and that are sometimes blown to other Hawaiian Islands, as well. Since this is likely the main source of air pollution in the islands, a more serious discussion would have been worthwhile. Aside from this, this is an outstanding work, by two University of Hawaii-Hilo professors. A must have for people that love Hawaii.

Hawaii is one of the remotest locations on the face of the earth...However, this much awaited new Atlas of Hawaii has been prepared in such a style as to intrigue the reader to explore deeper into these islands, combining events of cultural significance with statististics it instills a closeness that one does not get from a typical atlas. From the turning of the first page, the feel of the premium stock, the wonderfully drawn cartography in conjunction with the up to date color photography, and the hundreds of sources and contributors leaves little doubt of it's quality. This is a serious endeavor a remarkable achievment that will be the ultimate reference tool for the islands.

This book gives a comprehensive overview on the Island's environments, geology, weather patterns, and history. The book is filled with up-to-date maps of all kinds and color photographs. The book contains statistical information that is difficult to find in any of the other publications concerning the Hawaiian Islands.

The Atlas of Hawaii is an outstanding reference for anyone interested in Hawaii. Not only does it have maps, but also interesting articles about the natural history of the islands, the people and economy of islands. I was very impressed that just about every topic that is covered has smaller articles that compliment that section (example: the section on agriculture has smaller articles about forestry and sustainable agriculture). I recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn more about Hawaii.

This is such a fantastic guide to Hawaii, history, ecology, geology, biology. I think the only downside is - it's very large and heavy!!!

The subject matter is broad and the graphics are well placed.

However the demographic and statistical data is dated (ten years old) and not reflecting the more recent changes in population and density.

we love the book it tells absolutely everything about the islands. it's nice to know about the volcanos and how the islands are still growing. it's interesting how it became a state and how some want their own country. it explains why there aren't any 100% blood hawaiians.

I am looking to move and Hawaii is one of the places I would like to check out. This book gives me a lot of information for that purpose.

It you are looking for topographic maps or nautical charts or any other useful type of map do not buy this book. It is mainly geographical and social information with maybe a few general maps but nothing of detail. I was disaapointed in the atlas expecting a comprehensive collection of detailed maps of the islands.