"The Polynesian Cultural Center– Ambassador to the World"

Sharing Aloha with the World- A Remarkable Tale  

The Polynesian Cultural Center– Ambassador to the World takes readers on a literary journey through the multi-generational story of living Aloha— the Hawaiian spirit of love, respect, and harmony. It tells how inspired individuals created a cultural oasis celebrating the diverse cultures of Polynesia. Set in Hawaii, the narrative highlights the Polynesian Cultural Center's mission to preserve and share Polynesian culture while providing employment and educational opportunities for university students and locals. Told through the eyes of Tausilinuu David Hannemann, the Center's first paid employee, this story captures the spirit of altruism and cultural legacy for future generations.

• Hardcover
• Includes Full Color Images

 About the Authors

R. Lanier "Lanny" Britsch, a retired professor of history and Asian studies at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, held key roles as Academic Vice President at Brigham Young University-Hawaii and director of the David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. With a PhD from Claremont Graduate University, Dr. Britsch has authored several other books and numerous articles. He also served as a missionary in Hawaii and shares a large combined family with his wife, Shirley.

Tausilinuu David Hannemann (1926-2018) was the Polynesian Cultural Center's first full-time paid employee. Throughout his tenure, he held various administrative roles and retired as senior vice president. He later returned as a historian. He dedicated his final years to preserving the Center's history and earned a reputation as its institutional memory. David and his wife, Carolyn, raised eleven children. He also served as a full-time missionary in Hawaii and as a temple president. He retired from the PCC for the second time on December 28, 2017.