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ISBN: 9780873362436
Category : Hawaiians
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Hawaiʻi Island Legends
Author:
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ISBN: 9780873362436
Category : Hawaiians
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Publisher:
ISBN: 9780873362436
Category : Hawaiians
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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The Legends and Myths of Hawaii
Author: David Kalakaua (King of Hawaii)
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Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 572
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Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 572
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Hawaiian Legends of the Guardian Spirits
Author: Caren Loebel-Fried
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 0824845803
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Ancient Hawaiians lived in a world where all of nature was alive with the spirits of their ancestors. These aumakua have lived on through the ages as family guardians and take on many natural forms, thus linking many Hawaiians to the animals, plants, and natural phenomena of their island home. Individuals have a reciprocal relationship with their guardian spirits and offer worship and sacrifice in return for protection, inspiration, and guidance. Hawaiian Legends of the Guardian Spirits is told in words and pictures by award-winning artist Caren Loebel-Fried. The ancient legends are brought to life in sixty beautiful block prints, many vibrantly colored, and narrated in a lively "read-aloud" style, just as storytellers of old may have told them hundreds of years ago. Notes are included, reflecting the careful and extensive research done for this volume at the Bishop Museum Library and Archives in Honolulu and at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. A short section on the process of creating the block prints that illustrate the book is also included. The matching poster of "A Chance Meeting with the Iiwi" measures 22 x 28 inches.
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 0824845803
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Ancient Hawaiians lived in a world where all of nature was alive with the spirits of their ancestors. These aumakua have lived on through the ages as family guardians and take on many natural forms, thus linking many Hawaiians to the animals, plants, and natural phenomena of their island home. Individuals have a reciprocal relationship with their guardian spirits and offer worship and sacrifice in return for protection, inspiration, and guidance. Hawaiian Legends of the Guardian Spirits is told in words and pictures by award-winning artist Caren Loebel-Fried. The ancient legends are brought to life in sixty beautiful block prints, many vibrantly colored, and narrated in a lively "read-aloud" style, just as storytellers of old may have told them hundreds of years ago. Notes are included, reflecting the careful and extensive research done for this volume at the Bishop Museum Library and Archives in Honolulu and at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. A short section on the process of creating the block prints that illustrate the book is also included. The matching poster of "A Chance Meeting with the Iiwi" measures 22 x 28 inches.
Hawaiian Myths of Earth, Sea, and Sky
Author: Vivian L. Thompson
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824811716
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
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.
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824811716
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
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.
Kona Legends
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Category : Hawaiian mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 78
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Category : Hawaiian mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 78
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The Water of Kāne
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ISBN: 9780873360203
Category : Legends
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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A collection of legends of the various Hawaiian Islands.
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ISBN: 9780873360203
Category : Legends
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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A collection of legends of the various Hawaiian Islands.
Marshall Islands Legends and Stories
Author: Daniel A. Kelin
Publisher: Bess Press
ISBN: 9781573061414
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
Preserving the qualities of oral storytelling - in fifty stories recorded from eighteen storytellers on eight islands and atolls - the tales in this collection relay the importance of traditional Marshallese values and customs. The collection includes profiles of the storytellers, a glossary, and a pronunciation guide.
Publisher: Bess Press
ISBN: 9781573061414
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
Preserving the qualities of oral storytelling - in fifty stories recorded from eighteen storytellers on eight islands and atolls - the tales in this collection relay the importance of traditional Marshallese values and customs. The collection includes profiles of the storytellers, a glossary, and a pronunciation guide.
Hawaiian Historical Legends
Author: William Drake Westervelt
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
ISBN: 1465580980
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
ISBN: 1465580980
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 216
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Stories of Old Hawaii
Author: Roy Alameida
Publisher: Bess Press
ISBN: 9781573060264
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Forty-five tales, stories and legends adapted from various sources about the natural history of Hawaii and the customs, crafts, arts and history of Polynesian Hawaiians. Includes one original story by the compiler.
Publisher: Bess Press
ISBN: 9781573060264
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Forty-five tales, stories and legends adapted from various sources about the natural history of Hawaii and the customs, crafts, arts and history of Polynesian Hawaiians. Includes one original story by the compiler.
'Iwa, the Hawaiian Legend
Author: Dietrich Varez
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ISBN: 9780912180724
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 54
Book Description
The latest contribution of beloved artist Dietrich Varezto interpreting and illustrating stories from Hawaiian folkloreis presented in 'Iwa, The Hawaiian Legend.When the fisherman Kea'au, renowned for catching octopus,finds two beautiful and rare red cowry shells hethinks they must be a gift from the goddess Hina. After hefashions them into a lure, the octopus swarm to the magicalshells and he gathers more than enough to feed his wholevillage. The bounty is short lived when chief 'Umi learnsof the magical shell lure and demands to have it for himself.Thus begins the tale of how the boy-thief, 'Iwa, whoexhibits the same thieving traits as his namesake, the GreatFrigatebird, is invited to the island of Hawai'i to retrievethe precious lure. There he encounters the high chief 'Umi,famous historical ruler of Hawai'i island, who puts 'Iwa'stalents to the test.The rich imagery of Hawai'i's diverse environment, itssea life, plants and animals is depicted alongside Varez'sinterpretation of the human aspect of this classic tale.
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ISBN: 9780912180724
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 54
Book Description
The latest contribution of beloved artist Dietrich Varezto interpreting and illustrating stories from Hawaiian folkloreis presented in 'Iwa, The Hawaiian Legend.When the fisherman Kea'au, renowned for catching octopus,finds two beautiful and rare red cowry shells hethinks they must be a gift from the goddess Hina. After hefashions them into a lure, the octopus swarm to the magicalshells and he gathers more than enough to feed his wholevillage. The bounty is short lived when chief 'Umi learnsof the magical shell lure and demands to have it for himself.Thus begins the tale of how the boy-thief, 'Iwa, whoexhibits the same thieving traits as his namesake, the GreatFrigatebird, is invited to the island of Hawai'i to retrievethe precious lure. There he encounters the high chief 'Umi,famous historical ruler of Hawai'i island, who puts 'Iwa'stalents to the test.The rich imagery of Hawai'i's diverse environment, itssea life, plants and animals is depicted alongside Varez'sinterpretation of the human aspect of this classic tale.