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William Drake Westervelt
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Read Books Ltd.
The legends of the Hawaiian Islands are as diverse as those of any other country of the world. But none are so entirely distinct and separate from the general body of mythology that most legends seem to stem than those of the Hawaiian island. This fascinating volume explores these colourful and unique legends and myths, and will be of considerable utility to anyone with a keen interest in the subject. The chapters of this book include: The Ghost of Wahaula Temple; Maluae and the Under-World; A Giant's Rock-Throwing; Kalo-eke-eke, The Timid Taro; Legendary Canoe-Making; Lua-Ka-Ieie; Kauhuhu, The Shark-God of Molokai; The Shark-Man of Waipio Valley, etcetera. We are republish this vintage book now complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.
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