Kirjahaku

The Maui story probably contains a larger number of unique and ancient myths than that of any other legendary character in the mythology of any nation. There are three centers for these legends, New Zealand in the south, Hawaii in the north, and the Tahitian group including the Hervey Islands in the east. In each of these groups of islands, separated by thousands of miles, there are the same legends, told in almost the same way, and with very little variation in names. The Maui legends form one of the strongest links in the mythological chain of evidence which binds the scattered inhabitants of the Pacific into one people. W. D. Westervelt was also the author of Legends of Old Honolulu and Legends of Gods and Ghosts: Hawaiian Mythology. He was president of the Hawaiian Historical Society for some time.

Reproduction of the original: Legends of Gods and Ghosts by W.D. Westervelt

Reproduction of the original: Legends of Gods and Ghosts by W.D. Westervelt

Reproduction of the original: Legends of Ma-Ui - A Demi God of Polynesia and of his Mother Hina by W.D. Westervelt

Reproduction of the original: Legends of Ma-Ui - A Demi God of Polynesia and of his Mother Hina by W.D. Westervelt

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Hawaiian Historical Legends has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes (mythology) Collected and translated from the Hawaiian has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

Legends of Ma-ui-a demi god of Polynesia, and of his mother Hina, has been considered an important book throughout the human history. So that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. The whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. This book is not made of scanned copies and hence the text is clear and readable.

Legends of Gods and Ghosts (Hawaiian Mythology);Collected and Translated from the Hawaiian, has been considered an important book throughout the human history. So that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. The whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. This book is not made of scanned copies and hence the text is clear and readable.

Beneath the sunlit palms of nineteenth-century Hawaii, stories once whispered by firelight now beckon from the page, alive with the mystery and splendour of a lost world. Here, paradox reigns: the ancient voices of Polynesian gods and heroes, once nearly silenced by time, resound anew in tales that shaped a people's soul. This remarkable collection, painstakingly gathered from original Hawaiian manuscripts, unveils a treasury of folklore and legends that capture the heart of Honolulu history and the wider Polynesian mythology. Within these pages, readers are transported into a realm where oral storytelling traditions breathe life into cultural heritage tales-stories that have travelled across oceans and generations, echoing the wisdom, wit, and wonder of Hawaii's ancestors. For decades, these traditional myths were out of print and at risk of fading into obscurity, but thanks to Alpha Editions, they have been lovingly restored for today's and future generations. The result is not merely a reprint but a collector's item and a cultural treasure, offering both casual enthusiasts and classic-collection buyers an authentic window into a world where gods walk among mortals and the boundaries between myth and history blur. The anthology stands as an educational resource for those eager to explore the roots of Polynesian mythology books, while its narrative richness invites comparison with Maori legends and other oral traditions across the Pacific. In an age hungry for genuine connection to the past, this edition holds a unique significance. It bridges centuries, preserving the cadence and cadence of old Honolulu's storytellers, and invites a new generation to discover the enduring allure of mythology enthusiasts everywhere. Whether you seek the thrill of forgotten sagas or the quiet reverence of cultural preservation, this restored volume offers a singular journey into the heart of Hawaii's mythic heritage-an enduring testament to the power of story and the resilience of memory.