Great Collection Of the Hawaiian Legends and Polynesian Myths with Geological Facts at the time.
Unique to this title are:
A Historical Introduction To the Author, his life and his works
A study of themes in Hawaiian Mythology
Be ready to immerse yourself into the Myths and Long forgotten Stories of The Hawaiian people.
The traditional name of the Hawaiian people is Kānaka Maoli. Hawaii was settled at least 800 years ago with the voyage of Polynesians from the Society Islands.
They have a rich and colorful culture as well as vibrant stories which emerged from the volcanoes and planted their roots to inspire their descendants for generations.
This book will cover some of the most interesting legends as well as geological facts about the volcanoes which give an interesting perspective as to how those stories were formed.
In Hawaiian religion, Pele, goddess of volcanoes, is credited with controlling the lava flows of Kilauea. Known for her strength and enviousness, Pele was descended from Papa and Wakea, the ancient Earth Mother and Sky Father. To illustrate her importance, the author includes stories from history and notes on geology.
Sneak Peek of Chapters Inside:
PART 1. LEGENDS
1. Ai Laau, The Forest Eater
2. How Pele Came To Hawaii
3. Pele And The Owl Ghost-God
4. The Hills Of Pele
5. Pele And The Chiefs Of Puna
6. Pele's Tree
7. Pele And Kaha-Wali
8. Pele And Kama-Puaa
9. Pele And The Snow-Goddess
10. Genealogy Of The Pele Family
11. Pele's Long Sleep
12. Hopoe, The Dancing Stone
13. Hiiaka's Battle With Demons
14. How Hiiaka Found Wahine-Omao
15. Hiiaka Catching A Ghost
16. Hiiaka And The Seacoast Kupuas
17. Lohiau
18. The Annihilation Of Keoua's Army
19. Destruction Of Kamehameha's Fish-Ponds
20. Kapiolani And Pele
