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Author : Bo Flood,Beret E. Strong,William Flood
Publisher : Bess Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 157306078X
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 : Bo Flood,Beret E. Strong,William Flood
Publisher : Bess PressInc
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1999-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1573061034
Collects forty-three historical or traditional stories from the Pacific Islands, including creation myths and stories of gods, heroes, and ordinary people.
Author : Bo Flood,Beret E. Strong,William Flood
Publisher : Bess Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1573060844
A collection of forty-three traditional and historical stories from the Pacific Islands, New Zealand, and Australia.
Author : Various
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2011-06-14
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446549513
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 : Eve Grey
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Legends
ISBN : IND:30000076405848
Author : Johannes Carl Andersen
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 578 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1995-01-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780486285825
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 : Bo Flood,Beret E. Strong,William Flood
Publisher : Bess Press
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : History
ISBN : 1573061247
Retells sixty-eight traditional legends of the islands, including creation myths and tales of duhendes, dancing trickster elves of the jungle.
Author : Daniel A. Kelin
Publisher : Bess Press
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : History
ISBN : 1573061417
Preserving the qualities of oral storytelling - in fifty stories recorded from eighteen storytellers on eight islands and atolls - the tales in this collection relay the importance of traditional Marshallese values and customs. The collection includes profiles of the storytellers, a glossary, and a pronunciation guide.
Author : World Book
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0716626411
Who created the world? Where did volcanoes come from? Explore the rich mythologies and legends of the many cultures of the peoples of Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. Famous Myths and Legends is a beautifully photographed and illustrated 12-volume series designed to narrate the ancient mythologies and inherited stories from the many diverse cultures throughout the world.
Author : Patrick D. Nunn
Publisher : University of Hawaii Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2008-10-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9780824832193
Islands—as well as entire continents—are reputed to have disappeared in many parts of the world. Yet there is little information on this subject concerning its largest ocean, the Pacific. Over the years, geologists have amassed data that point to the undeniable fact of islands having disappeared in the Pacific, a phenomenon that the oral traditions of many groups of Pacific Islanders also highlight. There are even a few instances where fragments of Pacific continents have disappeared, becoming hidden from view rather than being submerged. In this scientifically rigorous yet readily comprehensible account of the fascinating subject of vanished islands and hidden continents in the Pacific, the author ranges far and wide, from explanations of the region’s ancient history to the meanings of island myths. Using both original and up-to-date information, he shows that there is real value in bringing together myths and the geological understanding of land movements. A description of the Pacific Basin and the "ups and downs" of the land within its vast ocean is followed by chapters explaining how—long before humans arrived in this part of the world—islands and continents that no longer exist were once present. A succinct account is given of human settlement of the region and the establishment of cultural contexts for the observation of occasional catastrophic earth-surface changes and their encryption in folklore. The author also addresses the persistent myths of a "sunken continent" in the Pacific, which became widespread after European arrival and were subsequently incorporated into new age and pseudoscience explanations of our planet and its inhabitants. Finally, he presents original data and research on island disappearances witnessed by humans, recorded in oral and written traditions, and judged by geoscience to be authentic. Examples are drawn from throughout the Pacific, showing that not only have islands collapsed, and even vanished, within the past few hundred years, but that they are also liable to do so in the future.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Bess Press
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Chamorro (Micronesian people)
ISBN : 1573061018
Offering rare insight to Chamorro and Carolinian cultures, this book contains legends, poems, folklore, history, traditions, rhymes and riddles, and scary stories collected from the elders and the youth of the Marianas Islands.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : [email protected]
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Legends
ISBN : 9820201713
Myths, stories and legends which once guided the lives of young Cook Islanders reveal a panorama of history, place names and genealogical identity. The mystique of the tales fascinated many young people who gathered around their elders to hear them illuminate the past.
Author : Alexander Wyclif Reed
Publisher : Reed Publishing (NZ)
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Legends
ISBN : 0790007398
A collection of tales from the Hawaiian Islands in the north and New Zealand in the south, all full of sunshine, a love of nature and the independence of the people who inhabit these islands.
Author : Anita Croy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2015-07
Category : Aboriginal Australians
ISBN : 0716626292
"Myths and legends from Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Islands. Features include information about the history and culture behind the myths, pronunciations, lists of deities, word glossary, further information, and index"--
Author : Kamuela Kaneshiro
Publisher : Legends from the Pacific LLC
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2023-04-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781732059726
Everyone’s heard of Zeus, but did you know Hawaii has a goddess of fire named Pele? Uncover astonishing myths and stories from across the Pacific. Have you ever wondered about the origin of the terrifying Wendigo? How about tales from the Philippines of their very own shape-shifting vampire? Want to shiver with the certainty that Māori forest spirits lurk within the woods? Join award winning podcaster and researcher Kamuela Kaneshiro as he takes you on a thrilling trip through Asia, South America, and other fascinating cultures whose shores touch the planet’s largest ocean. And as you marvel at this captivating assortment of deities, monsters, and historical backdrops, you’re sure to have your imagination sparked by the wonders of the world. In Legends from the Pacific, you’ll discover: Ninety mesmerizing accounts featuring characters that will leave you quivering, intrigued, and appreciative of distant lands The deadly Wendigo from North America’s indigenous folktales and how it ties into early settlers Why you’ll think twice before answering a quiet call after learning about Japan’s girl in the well How a Samoan princess turned into a goddess of fertility and a protector of bats The power of the Chinese New Year to drive off demons, Australia’s creepy water spirit, striking stories from Micronesia, Vietnam, and Peru, and much, much more! In this eye-opening compilation of mythologies, Kamuela Kaneshiro respectfully recognizes the traditions and heritage that have influenced history and storytelling around the world. And as you are entertained and educated by his well-researched revelations, you’ll devour each wonder-filled page for both famous and lesser-known fables that populate our modern culture. Based on the podcast enjoyed throughout the world, Legends from the Pacific: Book 1 is the tantalizing first volume in the Legends from the Pacific mythology series. If you like exploring obscure parables, finding real-life connections to notable folk tales, and embracing humanity’s origins, then you’ll love Kamuela Kaneshiro’s magical collection. Buy Legends from the Pacific to enjoy these cultural treasures today!