The Legends and Myths of Hawaii, 9781513277592
Paperback
Discover Hawaii’s captivating history, legends, and traditions through its timeless tales.

The Legends and Myths of Hawaii

  • Paperback

    452 pages

  • Release Date

    7 June 2021

Summary

Echoes of the Islands: Legends and Myths of Hawaii

A moving account of Hawaii’s most culturally significant stories, presented by King David Kalkaua.

The Legends and Myths of Hawaii introduces readers to the social, historical, and religious customs of native Hawaiians, revealing the history of a culture that, for many years, functioned without outside influence. Chapters on leaders such as “Hina, the Helen of Hawaii,” “Hua, King of Hana,” and “Kelea, the Surf-Rider…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781513277592
ISBN-10:1513277596
Series:Mint Editions (Hawaiian Library)
Author:David Kalakaua, Mint Editions
Publisher:Mint Editions
Imprint:Mint Editions
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:452
Release Date:7 June 2021
Weight:514g
Dimensions:203mm x 127mm
About The Author

David Kalakaua

David Kalākaua (1836-1891), also known as The Merrie Monarch, was the king of Hawaii from 1874 to his death. Born into a noble family, he was educated at the Chiefs’ Children’s School. He later studied law under Charles Coffin Harris, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Hawaii. Kalākaua held multiple military positions including Knight Companion of the Royal Order. Following the death of King Kamehameha V, Kalākaua was elected his successor against Queen Emma. Throughout his reign, he was known for his lively social events and was a proponent of the Hawaiian Renaissance, a resurgence of the island’s culture.

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