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Legends of Old Honolulu

Collected and Translated from the Hawaiian

by W. D. Westervelt ...

The legends of Honolulu and the shore around it: the migration that brought the Hawaiians, the gods of the fishponds and the temples, the owl-king who gathered the owls of every island, the ghosts of the Nuuanu valley. W. D. Westervelt collected and translated from Hawaiian speakers and from the nineteenth-century Hawaiian-language newspapers. He gives the places as they stood when he wrote, so ... Read more

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The legends of Honolulu and the shore around it: the migration that brought the Hawaiians, the gods of the fishponds and the temples, the owl-king who gathered the owls of every island, the ghosts of the Nuuanu valley. W. D. Westervelt collected and translated from Hawaiian speakers and from the nineteenth-century Hawaiian-language newspapers. He gives the places as they stood when he wrote, so
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Legends of Gods and Ghosts

Collected and Translated from the Hawaiian

by W. D. Westervelt ...

Hawaiian legends of gods and ghosts: the shark-god of Molokai and the shark-man of Waipio valley, the poison-god Kalai-pahoa, Milu the king of ghosts, and the bride brought back from the under-world. Westervelt lived in Honolulu, took the stories from Hawaiian speakers and printed the names as they were given. He is one of the few collectors of Polynesian material who did not tidy the theology. ... Read more

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Hawaiian legends of gods and ghosts: the shark-god of Molokai and the shark-man of Waipio valley, the poison-god Kalai-pahoa, Milu the king of ghosts, and the bride brought back from the under-world. Westervelt lived in Honolulu, took the stories from Hawaiian speakers and printed the names as they were given. He is one of the few collectors of Polynesian material who did not tidy the theology.
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Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes

Pele and the Fire Goddesses

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Pele and the volcano legends of Hawaii - the fire goddess, her sisters, the chiefs who defied her and the lava that answered. Westervelt lived in the islands for forty years and took the chants down from those who still knew them. This edition adds a gallery of 24 plates bound with the text, among them paintings by Christian Rohlfs, Mary Young Hunter and Bernardo Daddi, alongside 35 illustrations ... Read more

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Pele and the volcano legends of Hawaii - the fire goddess, her sisters, the chiefs who defied her and the lava that answered. Westervelt lived in the islands for forty years and took the chants down from those who still knew them. This edition adds a gallery of 24 plates bound with the text, among them paintings by Christian Rohlfs, Mary Young Hunter and Bernardo Daddi, alongside 35 illustrations
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Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes (mythology)

by W. D. Westervelt ...

"Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes" by W. D. Westervelt is a captivating collection that delves into the rich mythology surrounding Hawaii's volcanic landscapes. The book presents a variety of legends that explain the origins and significance of the islands' volcanoes, intertwining the natural world with the spiritual beliefs of the Hawaiian people. Through these stories, readers are introduced to ... Read more

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"Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes" by W. D. Westervelt is a captivating collection that delves into the rich mythology surrounding Hawaii's volcanic landscapes. The book presents a variety of legends that explain the origins and significance of the islands' volcanoes, intertwining the natural world with the spiritual beliefs of the Hawaiian people. Through these stories, readers are introduced to
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Legends of Old Honolulu (Mythology)

by W. D. Westervelt ...

"Legends of Old Honolulu" by W. D. Westervelt is a captivating exploration of Hawaiian mythology, weaving together tales that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the islands. The book delves into the lives of gods, goddesses, and legendary figures, offering readers a glimpse into the spiritual beliefs and traditions of ancient Hawaiians. Westervelt's storytelling is both engaging and informative ... Read more

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"Legends of Old Honolulu" by W. D. Westervelt is a captivating exploration of Hawaiian mythology, weaving together tales that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the islands. The book delves into the lives of gods, goddesses, and legendary figures, offering readers a glimpse into the spiritual beliefs and traditions of ancient Hawaiians. Westervelt's storytelling is both engaging and informative
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Legends of Ma-ui--a demi god of Polynesia, and of his mother Hina

by W. D. Westervelt ...

"Legends of Ma-ui" is a captivating collection that delves into the rich mythology of Polynesia, focusing on the legendary demi-god Ma-ui and his mother, Hina. Through a series of enchanting tales, the book explores Ma-ui's adventures, his cleverness, and his heroic feats that shaped the islands and their people. The stories are steeped in cultural significance, reflecting the values and beliefs ... Read more

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"Legends of Ma-ui" is a captivating collection that delves into the rich mythology of Polynesia, focusing on the legendary demi-god Ma-ui and his mother, Hina. Through a series of enchanting tales, the book explores Ma-ui's adventures, his cleverness, and his heroic feats that shaped the islands and their people. The stories are steeped in cultural significance, reflecting the values and beliefs
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Legends of Gods and Ghosts (Hawaiian Mythology)

by W. D. Westervelt ...

"Legends of Gods and Ghosts" by W. D. Westervelt is a captivating exploration of Hawaiian mythology, delving into the rich tapestry of stories that have shaped the cultural landscape of Hawaii. The book presents a collection of traditional tales featuring gods, goddesses, and supernatural beings, each narrative revealing the values, beliefs, and history of the Hawaiian people. Westervelt's ... Read more

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"Legends of Gods and Ghosts" by W. D. Westervelt is a captivating exploration of Hawaiian mythology, delving into the rich tapestry of stories that have shaped the cultural landscape of Hawaii. The book presents a collection of traditional tales featuring gods, goddesses, and supernatural beings, each narrative revealing the values, beliefs, and history of the Hawaiian people. Westervelt's
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Legends of Old Honolulu (Mythology)

Enriched edition. Collected and Translated from the Hawaiian

by W. D. Westervelt, Jade Holloway ...

In "Legends of Old Honolulu," W. D. Westervelt intricately weaves a tapestry of Hawaiian mythology, blending both oral traditions and written narratives to illuminate the rich cultural heritage of the islands. The book showcases a kaleidoscope of deities, demigods, and mythical creatures, rendered in Westervelt's evocative prose that captures the lyrical quality of the original legends. Anchored ... Read more

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In "Legends of Old Honolulu," W. D. Westervelt intricately weaves a tapestry of Hawaiian mythology, blending both oral traditions and written narratives to illuminate the rich cultural heritage of the islands. The book showcases a kaleidoscope of deities, demigods, and mythical creatures, rendered in Westervelt's evocative prose that captures the lyrical quality of the original legends. Anchored
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Legends of Gods and Ghosts (Hawaiian Mythology)

Collected and Translated from the Hawaiian

by W. D. Westervelt ...

In "Legends of Gods and Ghosts: Hawaiian Mythology," W. D. Westervelt delves into the rich tapestry of Hawaiian folklore, presenting a collection of vibrant myths and legends that reveal the cultural values and spiritual beliefs of the Hawaiian people. Westervelt's literary style interweaves meticulous research with compelling storytelling, offering readers a window into the enchanting world of ... Read more

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In "Legends of Gods and Ghosts: Hawaiian Mythology," W. D. Westervelt delves into the rich tapestry of Hawaiian folklore, presenting a collection of vibrant myths and legends that reveal the cultural values and spiritual beliefs of the Hawaiian people. Westervelt's literary style interweaves meticulous research with compelling storytelling, offering readers a window into the enchanting world of
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Hawaiian Historical Legends

Enriched edition. Journey into Polynesian Mythology and Cultural Heritage

by W. D. Westervelt, Jade Holloway ...

In "Hawaiian Historical Legends," W. D. Westervelt compiles a rich tapestry of narratives that encapsulate the essence of Hawaiian culture, mythology, and history. Through a blend of oral tradition and rigorous scholarly examination, Westervelt brings forth tales that reveal the complex relationship between communities and their environment. His literary style is both lyrical and evocative, ... Read more

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In "Hawaiian Historical Legends," W. D. Westervelt compiles a rich tapestry of narratives that encapsulate the essence of Hawaiian culture, mythology, and history. Through a blend of oral tradition and rigorous scholarly examination, Westervelt brings forth tales that reveal the complex relationship between communities and their environment. His literary style is both lyrical and evocative,
... Read more
Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes (mythology)

Collected and translated from the Hawaiian

by W. D. Westervelt ...

In "Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes," W. D. Westervelt masterfully weaves a tapestry of myth and reality that illuminates the profound relationship between the Hawaiian people and their volcanic landscapes. Through richly detailed narratives, Westervelt captures the origins of the islands' majestic and often formidable volcanoes, intertwining folklore with the geological history of Hawaii. His ... Read more

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In "Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes," W. D. Westervelt masterfully weaves a tapestry of myth and reality that illuminates the profound relationship between the Hawaiian people and their volcanic landscapes. Through richly detailed narratives, Westervelt captures the origins of the islands' majestic and often formidable volcanoes, intertwining folklore with the geological history of Hawaii. His
... Read more
Legends of Maui - A Demi-God of Polynesia and of His Mother Hina

by W. D. Westervelt ...

This book contains an account of the legends of Maui, a demi-god whose story probably contains a larger number of unique and ancient myths than that of any other legendary character in the mythology of any nation. There are three centres of this story: new Zealand in the south, Hawaii in the north, and the Tahitian group in the east; and what makes this ancient legend so interesting is that it ... Read more

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This book contains an account of the legends of Maui, a demi-god whose story probably contains a larger number of unique and ancient myths than that of any other legendary character in the mythology of any nation. There are three centres of this story: new Zealand in the south, Hawaii in the north, and the Tahitian group in the east; and what makes this ancient legend so interesting is that it
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