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Hawaiian Legends of Ghosts and Ghost Gods

Hawaiian Legends of Ghosts and Ghost Gods

Westervelt, W. D.

Hardcover

Adventurers & ExplorersAustralia & OceaniaFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1169321526
ISBN13: 9781169321526
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 326
Weight: 1.72
Height: 0.75 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Hawaiian Legends of Ghosts and Ghost Gods is a book written by W.D. Westervelt that explores the rich and fascinating world of Hawaiian mythology. The book is a collection of stories and legends that center around ghosts and ghost gods, creatures that have played an important role in Hawaiian culture for centuries.The book begins with an introduction that provides some background on Hawaiian mythology and the importance of ghosts and ghost gods in the culture. From there, the book is divided into chapters that focus on different types of ghosts and ghost gods, such as the Night Marchers, the Menehune, and the Pele family.Each chapter contains several stories and legends that illustrate the characteristics and behaviors of these supernatural beings. Some of the stories are cautionary tales, warning readers about the dangers of angering the ghosts or breaking taboos. Others are more lighthearted, offering glimpses into the everyday lives of these fascinating creatures.Throughout the book, Westervelt provides context and commentary that help readers understand the significance of these stories in Hawaiian culture. He also includes illustrations and photographs that add to the book's visual appeal.Overall, Hawaiian Legends of Ghosts and Ghost Gods is a captivating and informative book that offers readers a unique glimpse into the rich mythology of Hawaii. Whether you are a fan of mythology, folklore, or simply enjoy a good ghost story, this book is sure to captivate and entertain.1916. A diverse collection of the legends of the Hawaiian Islands. Contents Part I-Legends: The Ghost of Wahaula Temple; Maluae and the Underworld; A Giant's Rock Throwing; Kalo-Eke-Eke, The Timid Taro; Legendary Canoe Making; Lau-Ka-Ieie; Kauhuhu, the Shark God of Molokai; The Shark Man of Waipio Valley; the Strange Banana Skin; The Old Man of the Mountain; Hawaiian Ghost Testing; How Milu Became the King of Ghosts; A Visit to the King of Ghosts; Kalai-Pahoa, the Poison God; Ke-Ao-Mele-Mele, the Maid of the Golden Cloud; Poona and the Dragon; Ke-Au-Nini; and The Bride from the Underworld. Part II- Description: The Deceiving of Kewa; Homeless and Desolate Ghosts; Aumakuas or Ancestor Ghost Gods; The Dragon Ghost Gods; and Home of the Ancestors.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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