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Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth From Hawaii

English

By (author): Nathaniel B. Emerson

A colorful illustration of Hawaiis 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. Emersons Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth From Hawaii is a classic of Hawaiian literature reimagined for modern readers.

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Product Details
  • Dimensions: 127 x 203mm
  • Publication Date: 31 Mar 2022
  • Publisher: West Margin Press
  • Publication City/Country: United States
  • Language: English
  • ISBN13: 9781513134673

About Nathaniel B. Emerson

Nathaniel B. Emerson (1839-1915) was an American physician and historian. Born in Waialua Oahu Emerson was the son of Protestant missionaries. Wounded in action as a member of the First Regiment of the Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War he went on to graduate from Williams College in 1865. In 1869 he completed his studies at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and took a job at Bellevue Hospital in New York City. In 1878 he left his career as a doctor behind to return to Hawaii where he gained a reputation as a leading historian and authority on Hawaiian mythology. In addition to his groundbreaking translation of David Malos historical work on the islands Emerson published several books on Hawaii including Unwritten Literature of Hawaii (1909) and Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth From Hawaii (1915). Despite his contribution to Hawaiian culture as a folklorist and translator Emerson has been criticized for his role in authoring the 1887 Constitution of the Hawaiian Kingdom known as the Bayonet Constitution which transferred power from the native Hawaiian monarchy to American and European imperialists and their native collaborators.

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