Talking-Stories: A tale of not-very-old Hawaii

By George Herman

Talking-Stories is a snapshot of life in Hawaii during the 1960s and '70s, captured through conversations with seven local residents.

ALOHA and welcome to our world.

Twice each month, seven longtime residents of Honolulu gather at a one-of-a-kind restaurant perched on a secluded hillside on the island of Kauai. Surrounded by lush greenery and overlooking the ocean, The Watering Hole becomes their retreat. Afternoons are spent on the lanai discussing the issues of the day, exchanging opinions, trading good-natured insults, and sharing stories.

The proprietor-a transplant from Australia with strong opinions of his own-keeps the conversation flowing with potent Mai Tais and exotic dishes prepared from the day's catch.

In those days, conversations often began with the simplest observation or a casual remark and unfolded into lively debate rooted in island traditions. This uniquely Hawaiian art of "talk-story" could make you laugh, move you to tears, or send a chill down your spine-but it always reflected the rich and enduring culture of Hawaii.

Imagine yourself in a tropical paradise at happy hour, surrounded by friends who gather to talk, boast a little, and swap tales handed down through generations. As pitchers of the proprietor's legendary Kauai Kamikaze continue to appear, the stories grow more colorful and the conversation opens a window into a world that has largely slipped into memory.

Enjoy this snapshot of not-so-old Hawaii from the comfort of your favorite chair and then, hopefully inspired, plan a trip to the island paradise of your choosing. Mahalo

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B086FLTCXB
• ISBN13: 9798630041821
• Release Date: March 2020
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"