Myths And Legends Of Samoa

Author : C. Stuebel
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Folklore
ISBN : UCSC:32106000148368

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Myths and Legends of Samoa by C. Stuebel Pdf

Author : Various
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2011-06-14
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446549513

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South Pacific Tales - Legends and Myths from Tonga, Samoa, Papua New Guinea, Easter Island (Folklore History Series) by Various Pdf

The island nations of the South Pacific have an incredible oral history, their folklore and myths past down through the generations. This book is a fantastic collection of stories from such a vast area as the south pacific but share a common heritage. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Author : C. Stuebel,C. Steubel,Brother Herman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Folk poetry
ISBN : IND:30000004380857

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Tala O Le Vavau by C. Stuebel,C. Steubel,Brother Herman Pdf

Stories in Samoan and English providing an insight to the Samoan way of life in pre-papalagi times, and a valuable record of a culture rich in history and spirituality.

Author : Andersen,
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 617 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-18
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781462907786

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Myths & Legends of Polyns by Andersen, Pdf

Myths & Legends of the Polynesians is an account of the history, art and mythology of the Polynesian peoples. The Polynesians had many myths and legends, but through the ages they had been circulated by word of mouth, and not recorded. They were recalled from the vast storehouse of time and memory by the old priests who treasured the old traditions, and by the kahuna or sorcerers who constantly relived the legends and sang the old songs. Polynesians have always had a strong romantic appeal to the outside world, possibly because of their enchanting island surroundings, their simple life and natural graces. Their legends have been woven into rich tapestries in this classic text. Stories of Myths and Legends of the Polynesians include: Koropanga and Rukutia Kelea and Kalamakua Uenuku Fairies and Taniwha The Tawhaki Cycle Pele the Fire–Godess The Spirit Worlds Io, Tangaroa, and Creation Tane' and Rongo THe Areoi Society and and Hula Dance

Author : Serge Tcherkezoff
Publisher : ANU E Press
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2008-08-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781921536021

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First Contacts in Polynesia - the Samoan Case (1722-1848) by Serge Tcherkezoff Pdf

This book explores the first encounters between Samoans and Europeans up to the arrival of the missionaries, using all available sources for the years 1722 to the 1830s, paying special attention to the first encounter on land with the Laperouse expedition. Many of the sources used are French, and some of difficult accessibility, and thus they have not previously been thoroughly examined by historians. Adding some Polynesian comparisons from beyond Samoa, and reconsidering the so-called 'Sahlins-Obeyesekere debate' about the fate of Captain Cook, 'First Contacts' in Polynesia advances a hypothesis about the contemporary interpretations made by the Polynesians of the nature of the Europeans, and about the actions that the Polynesians devised for this encounter: wrapping Europeans up in 'cloth' and presenting 'young girls' for 'sexual contact'. It also discusses how we can go back two centuries and attempt to reconstitute, even if only partially, the point of view of those who had to discover for themselves these Europeans whom they call 'Papalagi'. The book also contributes an additional dimension to the much-touted 'Mead-Freeman debate' which bears on the rules and values regulating adolescent sexuality in 'Samoan culture'. Scholars have long considered the pre-missionary times as a period in which freedom in sexuality for adolescents predominated. It appears now that this erroneous view emerged from a deep misinterpretation of Laperouse's and Dumont d'Urville's narratives.

Author : Johannes Carl Andersen
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 578 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1995-01-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780486285825

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Myths and Legends of the Polynesians by Johannes Carl Andersen Pdf

Authoritative recounting of myths and legends — gods and creation, nature and supernatural, love and war, revenge, more — plus a lively commentary on Polynesian life and culture. 77 illustrations.

Author : Lani Wendt Young
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Covenants
ISBN : 1466253711

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Telesa by Lani Wendt Young Pdf

When Leila moves to Samoa, all she wants is a family, a place to belong. Instead she discovers the local ancient myths of the telesa spirit women are more than just scary stories. The more she finds out about her heritage, the more sinister her new home turns out to be. Embraced by a Covenant Sisterhood of earth's elemental guardians - what will Leila choose? Her fiery birthright as a telesa? Or will she choose the boy who offers her his heart? Daniel - stamped with the distinctive tattoo markings of a noble Pacific warrior and willing to risk everything for the chance to be with her. Can their love stand against the Covenant Keeper? A thriller-romance with a difference. If you enjoyed Twilight, then you will be enthralled by Telesa as it blends the richness of Pacific mythology into a contemporary young adult love story that will stay with you long after you have turned the final page.

Author : Lana Lopesi
Publisher : Bridget Williams Books
Page : 133 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2021-12-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781988587967

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Bloody Woman by Lana Lopesi Pdf

Bloody Woman is bloody good writing. It moves between academic, journalistic and personal essay. I love that Lana moves back and forward across these genres: weaving, weaving – spinning the web, weaving the sparkling threads under our hands, back and forward across a number of spaces, pulling and holding the tensions, holding up the baskets of knowledge. Tusiata Avia This wayfinding set of essays, by acclaimed writer and critic Lana Lopesi, explores the overlap of being a woman and Sāmoan. Writing on ancestral ideas of womanhood appears alongside contemporary reflections on women's experiences and the Pacific. These essays lead into the messy and the sticky, the whispered conversations and the unspoken. As Lopesi writes, 'Bloody Woman has been scary to write... In putting words to my years of thinking, following the blood and revealing the evidence board in my mind, I am breaking a silence to try to understand something. It feels terrifying, but right.' These acts of self-revelation ultimately seek to open up new spaces, to acknowledge the narratives not yet written, and the voices to come.

Author : Martha Beckwith
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 381 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2020-04-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798640640465

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Hawaiian Mythology by Martha Beckwith Pdf

This is Martha Beckwith's monumental study of Hawaiian mythology. She gives all available variants of each myth or legend, including versions from other Pacific islands including Tahiti, Tonga, Samoa and others. This is primarily a critical edition of the key Hawaiian myths, and Beckwith largely does not attempt to interpret the texts, rather to examine both variant narratives and core folklore motifs. The book covers every significant theme in Hawaiian mythology, from the origin myths of the Hawaiian gods and goddesses, to more recent legends of star-crossed lovers. She also covers such topics as Kahunas (sorcerors) and Menehunes (fairies).

Author : A.W. Reed
Publisher : Raupo
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Legends
ISBN : 0790011727

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Illustrated Myths and Legends of the Pacific by A.W. Reed Pdf

A collection of traditional stories from the Caroline Islands, the Chatham and Cook Islands, Fiji, Hawaii, Marshall Islands, Nauru, New Britain, New Guinea, New Zealand, Niue, Palau Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tahiti, Tonga and Vanuatu. Suggested level: primary, intermediate, junior secondary.

Author : Herman C. Kemp
Publisher : Yayasan Obor Indonesia
Page : 718 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9794614831

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Oral Traditions of Southeast Asia and Oceania by Herman C. Kemp Pdf

Author : David Kalakaua (King of Hawaii)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 572 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1888
Category : Folklore
ISBN : PRNC:32101068974987

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The Legends and Myths of Hawaii by David Kalakaua (King of Hawaii) Pdf

Author : John McKinnell
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780802099471

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Myths, Legends, and Heroes by John McKinnell Pdf

In Myths, Legends, and Heroes, editor Daniel Anzelark has brought together scholars of Old Norse-Icelandic and Old English literature to explore the translation and transmission of Norse myth, the use of literature in society and authorial self-reflection, the place of myth in the expression of family relationships, and recurrent motifs in Northern literature. The essays in Myths, Legends, and Heroes include an examination of the theme of sibling rivalry, an analysis of Christ's unusual ride into hell as found in both Old Norse and Old English, a discussion of Beowulf's swimming prowess and an analysis of the poetry in Snorri Sturluson's Edda. A tribute to Durham University professor John McKinnell's distinguished contributions to the field, this volume offers new insights in light of linguistic and archaeological evidence and a broad range of study with regard to both chronology and methodology.

Author : Bo Flood,Beret E. Strong,William Flood
Publisher : Bess Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 157306078X

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Pacific Island Legends by Bo Flood,Beret E. Strong,William Flood Pdf

Collects forty-three historical or traditional stories from the Pacific Islands, including creation myths and stories of gods, heroes, and ordinary people. --amazon.com.

Author : David Riley
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2023-05-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798396080690

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Samoan Heroes by David Riley Pdf

Samoan Heroes tells the inspirational stories of achievers who have Samoan ancestry. It includes legends like Sina and Tigilau; historical figures such as Tupua Tamasese Lealofi III and Salamāsina; and contemporary heroes like Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Judge Ida Mālosi, Troy Polamalu, Savage and Associate Professor Donna Addis. The book is designed to put age appropriate and culturally relevant material in front of young Samoans, in order to encourage reading and the love of books. Take a look inside here: http: //www.book2look.com/book/Hg85A6IqK