The Story of Your `Ukulele is a fascinating and true account of how the instrument came to be, from the men who created it, to its adoption into the Hawaiian culture. Based on the latest research, and told by a descendant of its inventor, this easy-to-read short story will follow Augusto Dias, Manuel Nunes, and Jose do Espirito Santo, on a perilous journey across the ocean, and through the creation of the instrument. The Story of Your `Ukulele is a great reference guide to a widely misunderstood period of cultural history, and a perfect bookshelf addition for anyone who owns or appreciates the `ukulele.