After Hiram Bingham built the first church on Oahu the student recalls, "When it was completed some of the natives said among themselves, 'That house of worship built by the haoles is a place in which they will pray us all to death. It is meant to kill us.

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Sarah Vowell was a contemporary American author, journalist and voice actress. Sarah Jane Vowell is an American historian, writer, journalist, radio personality, social commentator, and actress. She has written seven nonfiction books on American history and culture. Read more on Wikipedia →

Themes

  • God — Spiritual reflections on the divine, faith, and creation
  • Humor — Witty observations and humorous takes on everyday life
  • Religion — Exploring belief systems, worship, and spiritual practice

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