Hawaiian Myths of Earth, Sea, and Sky

Hawaiian Myths of Earth, Sea, and Sky - Paperback

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Hawaiian Myths of Earth, Sea, and Sky - Paperback

Hawaiian Myths of Earth, Sea, and Sky - Paperback

by Vivian L. Thompson
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by Vivian L. Thompson (Author), Marilyn Kahalewai (Illustrator)

When the storytellers of ancient Hawaii gathered by the light of candlenut torches, they told tales that explained the world around them. These tales described how the gods created the earth and its life, how the stars were created, and why the days are longer in summer. Other stories recounted the pranks of Kamapuaa the Pig-Man, the origin of the tapa tree, the death of the monster reptile mo-o, and the home of the volcano goddess, Pele.

From this rich body of mythology, author Vivian Thompson has drawn twelve myths. She retells them with the true flavor and simplicity of the storytellers of long ago. Thompson's words are accompanied by the illustrations of Hawaii artist Marilyn Kahalewai, who has captured the delight and drama of the ancient tales.
Number of Pages: 88
Dimensions: 0.3 x 8.9 x 5.9 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: May 01, 1988
ISBN9780824811716
Author Vivian L. Thompson
PublisherUniversity of Hawaii Press
GenreChildren
FormatPaperback
PublishedMay 1988
LanguageENG- English
Pages88
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceKids
Print SizeStandard Print

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