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Book SynopsisFocuses on the technological and scientific advances that allowed Hawai’i’s sugar industry to become a world leader. The authors, both agricultural scientists, offer a history of the industry and its contributions, balanced with discussion of the enormous societal and environmental changes due to its aggressive search for labor, land, and water.
Trade ReviewThis book is a treasure trove of information on the history of the Hawaiian sugar industry and the role of technology in its development. It is a useful resource for researchers whose inquiry is centred around the history, sociology and anthropology of Hawai’i, the sugar industry generally, sugar technology and agriculture. It is highly valuable as a platform for further studies on labour and a must read for those seeking knowledge on investment patterns in the sugar industry." —Rita Pemberton,
Tropical Agriculture, 93:2
"[The book is] both a scholarly treatment and an enjoyable read. . . . Using extensive research and careful analysis, the authors attempt to bring balance and objectivity to the subject of sugar in Hawaii." —
Honolulu Star-Advertiser
