Posted on: Tuesday, November 9, 2004
First lady's memoirs in print
By Vicki Viotti
Advertiser Staff Writer
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In her memoir, Ariyoshi recalls youthful experiences, from using old rice bags to make slips, to her worship of American movie stars.
She also recalls the first political race for her husband, George Ariyoshi. She was too young to vote for him at the time, but worked on his campaign.
Book signings also are scheduled at Borders Books & Music locations. On the Neighbor Islands, they're set for noon-1:30 p.m.: • Nov. 30, Waiakea Center, Hilo, Hawai'i. The Borders O'ahu signings are set for 6-7 p.m. Dec. 15 at Ward Centre and Dec. 17 at Waikele Center.
She makes the transition from her own business career to the role of first lady as her husband served his gubernatorial terms, from 1973 to 1986. Politics is seen from the perspective of the spouse, as the first lady deals with death threats, the strain of campaigning and seeking a role for herself.
Book signings
• Dec. 1, 75-1000 Henry St., Kailua, Hawai'i.
• Dec. 4, 4303 Nawiliwili Road., Lihu'e, Kaua'i.
• Dec. 5, Maui Marketplace, Kahului, Maui.
The book chronicles a multigenerational American family. Immigrant grandparents held to old traditions, and very American teenagers prized their independence. And Ariyoshi pays tribute to the memory of Queen Lili'uokalani, explaining her commitment to restoring the queen's former residence, Washington Place.
A public party marking the release of the autobiography is scheduled for 4 to 5 p.m Nov. 23 at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i, which has published the book as a fund-raiser. Admission is free.
Ariyoshi will be on hand to sign copies of the book, titled "Washington Place, A First Lady's Story" (JCCH, $35 hardbound).
Information: 945-7633.
Correction: A previous version of this story gave a different time for the book release party.
