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  • Legends of Gods and Ghosts (Hawaiian Mythology)

    Collected and Translated from the Hawaiian

    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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  • Legends of Old Honolulu (Mythology)

    Enriched edition. Collected and Translated from the Hawaiian

    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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  • Hawaiian Historical Legends

    Enriched edition. Journey into Polynesian Mythology and Cultural Heritage

    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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  • Legends of Gods and Ghosts (Hawaiian Mythology)

    Enriched edition. Collected and Translated from the Hawaiian

    In "Legends of Gods and Ghosts: Hawaiian Mythology," W. D. Westervelt masterfully compiles a rich tapestry of Hawaiian folklore, illuminating the profound connection between the islands' deities and the natural world. With a literary style that blends vivid storytelling with scholarly rigor, Westervelt captures the essence of ancient myths and legends, conveying their spiritual significance and ... Read more

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  • Hawaiian Legends Of Volcanoes

    Hawaiian Legends Of Volcanoesby W. D. WesterveltRead about the powerful Hawaiian Fire Goddess Pele, who lives in a volcano and surfs on lava. A old Hawaiian saying: "never mistreat an old woman, she might be Pele in disguise". Polynesian.Still popular nearly a century after its original publication, W.D. Westervelt's Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes, is well written and well-paced. Especially ... Read more

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  • Legends Of Maui

    Legends of Mauiby W. D. WesterveltThis is a collection of tales of Maui, the culture-hero of the Polynesian people. Retold by W. D. Westervelt at the turn of the 20th century, the lore is authentic, and this is a very readable and enjoyable introduction to the deep mythology of the islands. ... Read more

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  • Legends of Gods and Ghosts (Hawaiian Mythology)

    "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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  • Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes

    Pele and the Fire Goddesses

    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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  • Legends of Old Honolulu (Mythology)

    "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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  • Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes (mythology)

    "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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  • Legends of Gods and Ghosts

    Collected and Translated from the Hawaiian

    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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  • Legends of Old Honolulu

    Collected and Translated from the Hawaiian

    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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