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The Hawaiian Romance of Laieikawai
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The Hawaiian Romance of Laieikawai

S. N. Hale'ole
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A classic Hawaiian romance reimagined for modern readers.

Based on Hawaiian mythology, The Hawaiian Romance of Laieikawai (1863) by S.N. Hale'ole accounts the story of young La'ieikawai, the daughter of a powerful chief on Oahu. After La'ieikawai’s life is threatened, she is forced to flee Oahu and take refuge in a secret cave under the water. Her grandmother takes her to the legendary paradise of Paliuli where she encounters romance, riches, and the supernatural, but also trials that test her character.

Hale'ole’s story was the first work of literature published by a Native Hawaiian and serves as a moving representation of traditions passed down through generations.

Explore La'ieikawai’s story by adding this staple of Hawaiian literature to your library today.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Graphic Arts Books
Country
United States
Date
30 June 2021
Pages
406
ISBN
9781513290737

A classic Hawaiian romance reimagined for modern readers.

Based on Hawaiian mythology, The Hawaiian Romance of Laieikawai (1863) by S.N. Hale'ole accounts the story of young La'ieikawai, the daughter of a powerful chief on Oahu. After La'ieikawai’s life is threatened, she is forced to flee Oahu and take refuge in a secret cave under the water. Her grandmother takes her to the legendary paradise of Paliuli where she encounters romance, riches, and the supernatural, but also trials that test her character.

Hale'ole’s story was the first work of literature published by a Native Hawaiian and serves as a moving representation of traditions passed down through generations.

Explore La'ieikawai’s story by adding this staple of Hawaiian literature to your library today.

Read More
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Graphic Arts Books
Country
United States
Date
30 June 2021
Pages
406
ISBN
9781513290737

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