Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth from Hawaii

by Nathaniel Bright Emerson, Nathaniel B. Emerson, Emerson Nathaniel Bright

Book Overview

A colorful illustration of Hawaii's 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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1513299689
• ISBN13: 9781513299686
• Release Date: June 2021
• Publisher: Mint Editions
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.0" x 8.0"