What is this book about?

This collection presents speeches delivered by King Kamehameha IV to the Hawaiian Legislature between 1865 and 1873. It showcases his efforts to address pressing issues of the time, including governance, foreign relations, economic challenges, and the delicate balance between monarchy and the elected legislative body. The speeches reflect his personal piety, his concern for the welfare of the Native Hawaiian people, and his attempts to navigate the complex political landscape of the Kingdom during a period of significant change and external pressures.