The Legends and Myths of Hawaii
Title | The Legends and Myths of Hawaii PDF eBook |
Author | David Kalakaua (King of Hawaii) |
Publisher | |
Pages | 572 |
Release | 1888 |
Genre | Folklore |
ISBN |
Hawaiian Mythology
Title | Hawaiian Mythology PDF eBook |
Author | Martha Warren Beckwith |
Publisher | University of Hawaii Press |
Pages | 612 |
Release | 1982-06-01 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 9780824805142 |
Ku and Hina—man and woman—were the great ancestral gods of heaven and earth for the ancient Hawaiians. They were life's fruitfulness and all the generations of mankind, both those who are to come and those already born. The Hawaiian gods were like great chiefs from far lands who visited among the people, entering their daily lives sometimes as humans or animals, sometimes taking residence in a stone or wooden idol. As years passed, the families of gods grew and included the trickster Maui, who snared the sun, and fiery Pele of the volcano. Ancient Hawaiians lived by the animistic philosophy that assigned living souls to animals, trees, stones, stars, and clouds, as well as to humans. Religion and mythology were interwoven in Hawaiian culture; and local legends and genealogies were preserved in song, chant, and narrative. Martha Beckwith was the first scholar to chart a path through the hundreds of books, articles, and little-known manuscripts that recorded the oral narratives of the Hawaiian people. Her book has become a classic work of folklore and ethnology, and the definitive treatment of Hawaiian mythology. With an introduction by Katherine Luomala.
Myths and Legends of Hawaii
Title | Myths and Legends of Hawaii PDF eBook |
Author | William Drake Westervelt |
Publisher | |
Pages | 292 |
Release | 1987 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 9780935180435 |
Maui and Hina -- Pele and her family -- Ghosts and ghost-gods -- Myths and legends of old Oahu -- A longer tale: The bride from the underworld.
Hawaiian Folk Tales
Title | Hawaiian Folk Tales PDF eBook |
Author | Thomas G. Thrum |
Publisher | Library of Alexandria |
Pages | 313 |
Release | 2020-09-28 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 1465580204 |
Hawaiian Myths of Earth, Sea, and Sky
Title | Hawaiian Myths of Earth, Sea, and Sky PDF eBook |
Author | Vivian L. Thompson |
Publisher | University of Hawaii Press |
Pages | 92 |
Release | 1988-05-01 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 9780824811716 |
When the storytellers of ancient Hawaii gathered by the light of candlenut torches, they told tales that explained the world around them. These tales described how the gods created the earth and its life, how the stars were created, and why the days are longer in summer. Other stories recounted the pranks of Kamapuaa the Pig-Man, the origin of the tapa tree, the death of the monster reptile mo-o, and the home of the volcano goddess, Pele. From this rich body of mythology, author Vivian Thompson has drawn twelve myths. She retells them with the true flavor and simplicity of the storytellers of long ago. Thompson's words are accompanied by the illustrations of Hawaii artist Marilyn Kahalewai, who has captured the delight and drama of the ancient tales.
Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes (mythology)
Title | Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes (mythology) PDF eBook |
Author | W. D. Westervelt |
Publisher | Good Press |
Pages | 262 |
Release | 2022-01-17 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN |
The first part of this book focuses on the legends of Hawaii and its volcanoes. The second part considers the geology of the region and discusses the crack in the floor of the Pacific, Hawaiian volcanoes, volcanic activity and the changes in the Kilauea crater. It also looks at the foundation of the observatory.
The Legends and Myths of Hawaii
Title | The Legends and Myths of Hawaii PDF eBook |
Author | David Kalakaua |
Publisher | Graphic Arts Books |
Pages | 362 |
Release | 2021-03-02 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 1513278002 |
A moving account of Hawaii’s most culturally significant stories, presented by King David Kalākaua. The Legends and Myths of Hawaii introduces readers to the social, historical, and religious customs of native Hawaiians, revealing the history of a culture that, for many years, functioned without outside influence. Chapters on leaders such as “Hina, the Helen of Hawaii,” “Hua, King of Hana,” and “Kelea, the Surf-Rider of Maui” illustrate Hawaii’s most important tales and traditions. Originally published in 1888, King David Kalākaua’s book remains a compelling and enduring collection of the archipelago's most memorable tales. With an eye-catching new cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Legends and Myths of Hawaii is specially designed for modern readers. Add this beautiful edition to your bookshelf, or enjoy the digital edition on any e-book device.