Publisher's Synopsis
Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth is a book written by Nathaniel Bright Emerson and published in 1915. The book is a retelling of a traditional Hawaiian myth about the goddess Pele and her sister Hiiaka. The story follows Hiiaka on her journey to retrieve Pele's lover, Lohiau, from the island of Kauai. Along the way, Hiiaka encounters a series of challenges and adventures, including battles with other deities and encounters with supernatural creatures. The book provides a detailed and engaging account of Hawaiian mythology and culture, as well as insights into the beliefs and values of the Hawaiian people. The story is accompanied by illustrations and photographs that help to bring the myth to life for readers. Overall, Pele and Hiiaka: A Myth is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Hawaiian mythology and folklore.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.
