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selection of 50 traditional Hawaiian folktales collected, translated,
and annotated by Mary Kawena Puku'i. Many of these folktales
are presented both in Puku'i's original Hawaiian and in English
translation. Their sequence reflects the order of traditional
hula presentations, beginning with stories about the gods, followed
by those of chiefs, and then tales of ordinary people. These
mo`olelo--part of the culture and place that engendered them--provide
entertainment as well as an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding
of the rich cultural tradition of Hawai`i. The book features
original illustrations of plants native to Puku'i's home district
of Ka'u, Hawai'i, by artist Sig Zane. Reprinted and re-priced
with a new four color soft cover.
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