Pele, Volcano Goddess of Hawaii

Literature & Fiction

McBride, L.R.

Mythology & Folk Tales

Petroglyph Pr Ltd

Versatile Masters of Old Hawaii In ancient Hawaii the kahuna were far more than the priests of a religious order. They were experts, trained in a variety of skills and occupations, the learned and professional men and women of their time. On them rested the responsibility of preserving and advancing knowledge within their specific discipline. They arrived at their positions only after more than two decades of training. L. R. Mcbride collected information about the kahuna for many years through extensive research in 19th century writings and interviews with Hawaiian people. In this fascinating account he gives an accurate and unsensational account of what the kahuna really meant in the Hawaiian culture of long ago. McBride includes fascinating legends and stories concerning individual kahuna. Illusrated with reproductions of historic prints, photographs and drawings by the author and others, The Kahuna presents a readable introduction to a fasinating aspect of ancient Hawaiian cul

Kahuna: Versatile Mystics of Old Hawaii

Likeke R. McBride

Travel

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Shore Fishing in Hawaii

Hosaka, Edward

The people of Polynesia share a similar language, folklore and traditional crafts. When early settlers arrived in Hawaii they found the pandanus tree (hala) already growing. The versatile coconut was introduced in the early migrations. The plant commonly known as koa haole was brought to the Islands after the arrival of Captain Cook. These plants provide the raw materials for many of the crafts featured in Polynesian Crafts Step by Step. Detailed instructions and drawings tell you how to create crafts from coconut palm fronds, lauhala, feathers, koa haole seeds, and more. Hats, hatbands, fishnets, baskets, fans and leis are among the creations.

Polynesian Crafts Step by Step

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Sasaki, June

Crafts & Hobbies

This book is an introduction to Hawai'i's volcanoes, written with both children and adults in mind. It discusses kinds of volcanoes, how they erupt, kinds of lava and how a seismograph works. How the Hawaiian Islands were formed with descriptions of the volcanoes and a history of eruptions and earthqkes are included. A brief retelling of the legend of Pele, the volcano goddess, places the volcanoes in their cultural context. The many photos, maps and sketches add much to an understanding of the dynamic nature of Hawai'i's volcanoes.

About Hawaii's Volcanoes

Science & Math

Earth Sciences

The charming legends associated with landmarks around the town of Hilo have been retold in words and pictures in this compilation of favorite stories. Included are "How Hilo Got Its Name," "The Story of Coconut Island" and the Maui and Hina legends centering on Rainbow Falls and The Boiling Pots. For many years Frances Reed was a children's Librarian at the Hawaii County Library and used these tales in her story-telling hours. Jan Moon is a well-known Hilo artist and illustrator. Both women had lived in Hilo for 30 years when they worked together to create an enchanting book that will be enjoyed by both adults and children.

Hilo Legends

Reed, Frances

Both ornamental and food plants common to gardens in Hawaii are included in this easy-to-use book. You will find concise information about propagation, culture and pest control, as well as a description of the plant and its origins. Many gardeners in Hawaii are familiar with the name Fortunato Teho. The late Mr. Tehos gardening column was avidly read by plant lovers throughout Hawaii. The text has been updated to include new information on disease and pest control and plant culture. New illustrations by Sean G. Kimura accompany this guide for the home gardener.

Plants of Hawaii: How to Grow Them

Teho, Fortunato

Gardening & Landscape Design

This recently revised and updated book presents a summary of the information available on petroglyphs, how to view, clues to their meanings, where to find them, and taking photographs. Although this study is not intended as a definitive one, this book, with its many illustrations, provides petroglyph buffs with extensive information and a complete bibliography of the sources used in the research. New maps of the Island of Hawaii show the location of the vast petroglyph fields there, with detailed instructions on how to reach the most accessible sites.

Petroglyphs of Hawaii

History

Americas

Versatile Masters of Old Hawaii 
In ancient Hawaii the kahuna were far more than the priests of a religious order. They were experts, trained in a variety of skills and occupations, the learned and professional men and women of their time. On them rested the responsibility of preserving and advancing knowledge within their specific discipline. They arrived at their positions only after more than two decades of training. 
L. R. Mcbride collected information about the kahuna for many years through extensive research in 19th century writings and interviews with Hawaiian people. In this fascinating account he gives an accurate and unsensational account of what the kahuna really meant in the Hawaiian culture of long ago. McBride includes fascinating legends and stories concerning individual kahuna. Illusrated with reproductions of historic prints, photographs and drawings by the author and others, The Kahuna presents a readable introduction to a fasinating aspect of ancient Hawaiian culture.

The Kahuna

McBride, Likeke R.

Starting with the legends and history of the pandanus tree, this valuable book covers a broad range of information from a description of the hala tree and its many uses to instructions for the weaving of lauhala products made from the leaf. The ancient Hawaiians made numerous items for daily use, from floor mats to sails, food baskets to beds. Directions for cleaning and preparing the leaves for weaving are included along with tips for the care and preservation of lauhala.

Story of Lauhala

Stall, Edna Williamson

Arts & Photography

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