Hawaiian Mythology
Series: None
Author: William D. Westervelt
Narrated By: Jim D. Johnston
Length: 5 hours and 1 min
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Be ready to immerse yourself into the myths and long forgotten stories of the Hawaiian people.
The traditional name of the Hawaiian people is Kānaka Maoli. Hawaii was settled at least 800 years ago with the voyage of Polynesians from the Society Islands. They have a rich and colorful culture as well as vibrant stories which emerged from the volcanoes and planted their roots to inspire their descendants for generations.
This audiobook will cover some of the most interesting legends as well as geological facts about the volcanoes which give an interesting perspective as to how those stories were formed. In Hawaiian religion, Pele, goddess of volcanoes, is credited with controlling the lava flows of Kilauea. Known for her strength and enviousness, Pele was descended from Papa and Wakea, the ancient Earth Mother and Sky Father. To illustrate her importance, the author includes stories from history and notes on geology.
Sneak peek of chapters inside:
Part One - Legends
Ai Laau, The Forest Eater
How Pele Came to Hawaii
Pele and the Owl Ghost-God
The Hills Of Pele
Pele and the Chiefs Of Puna
Pele's Tree
Pele and Kaha-Wali
Pele and Kama-Puaa
Pele and the Snow-Goddess
Genealogy Of The Pele Family
Pele's Long Sleep
Hopoe, the Dancing Stone
Hiiaka's Battle With Demons
How Hiiaka Found Wahine-Omao
Hiiaka Catching a Ghost
Hiiaka and the Seacoast Kupuas
Lohiau
The Annihilation of Keoua's Army
Destruction of Kamehameha's Fish-Ponds
Kapiolani and Pele
Part Two - Geological Facts
The Crack in the Floor of The Pacific
Hawaiian Volcanoes
Volcanic Activity
Changes in Kilauea Crater
Foundation of the Observatory
About the author:
William Drake Westervelt has written many books as well as magazines covering the history, legends and mythology of Hawaii. Rev. William D. Westervelt was born on December 26, 1849 in Oberlin, Ohio. His interest in Hawaiian mythology was an avocation that led to numerous magazine and newspaper articles, many reprinted in his several collections. A century after its publication, this book is still a great reference to Hawaiian mythology.
Indulge yourself and give this audiobook a listen! Close your eyes while the narrator guides you through a time of erupting volcanoes and the birth of Pele and her great legends as the creator of the Hawaiian islands!