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Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth From Hawaii
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Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth From Hawaii

Nathaniel B. Emerson
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A colorful illustration of Hawaii’s most cherished origin story, the myth of Pele and Hiiaka.

Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth From Hawaii (1915) is a collection of folktales by Nathaniel B. Emerson. Drawing from written histories, personal experience, and extensive interviews, Emerson provides a lyrical account of the myth surrounding these goddess sisters. Pele, the goddess of volcanoes and ruler of Kilauea, and her sister Hiiaka encounter adventure, tragedy, and love during their respective journeys. These stories are not only appreciated for their beauty, but also their deep religious and cultural impact.

With a professionally designed cover and manuscript, this edition of Nathaniel B. Emerson’s Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth From Hawaii is a classic of Hawaiian literature reimagined for modern readers.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Graphic Arts Books
Country
United States
Date
14 September 2021
Pages
256
ISBN
9781513299686

A colorful illustration of Hawaii’s most cherished origin story, the myth of Pele and Hiiaka.

Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth From Hawaii (1915) is a collection of folktales by Nathaniel B. Emerson. Drawing from written histories, personal experience, and extensive interviews, Emerson provides a lyrical account of the myth surrounding these goddess sisters. Pele, the goddess of volcanoes and ruler of Kilauea, and her sister Hiiaka encounter adventure, tragedy, and love during their respective journeys. These stories are not only appreciated for their beauty, but also their deep religious and cultural impact.

With a professionally designed cover and manuscript, this edition of Nathaniel B. Emerson’s Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth From Hawaii is a classic of Hawaiian literature reimagined for modern readers.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Graphic Arts Books
Country
United States
Date
14 September 2021
Pages
256
ISBN
9781513299686

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