| Compiler |
Fornander, Abraham, 1812-1887 |
| Editor |
Thrum, Thomas G. (Thomas George), 1842-1932 |
| Title |
Fornander collection of Hawaiian antiquities and folk-lore, Volume 2 (of 3) : The Hawaiians' account of the formation of their islands and origin of their race, with the traditions of their migrations, etc., as gathered from original sources
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| Original Publication |
Honolulu: Bishop Museum Press, 1917, pubdate 1920.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Fornander Collection of Hawaiian Antiquities and Folk-Lore, Volume 2" by Abraham Fornander is a historical collection written in the early 20th century. This volume compiles traditional Hawaiian narratives, including mythological tales, legends of warriors, and accounts of significant cultural events in Hawaii that explore the formation of the islands and the origins of the Hawaiian race. It aims to preserve the rich folklore and heritage of Hawaii, shedding light on the beliefs, customs, and identities of the Hawaiian people. The opening of this volume introduces the legend of Kawelo, a central figure who is depicted as a promising warrior born in Kauai. The backstory delves into his childhood, highlighting his exceptional skills and the forecast of greatness by wise ancestors at his birth. Kawelo's journey unfolds as he travels to Oahu, where he contends with his older brothers and wrestles with a renowned champion, showcasing his growing prowess in combat. The narrative foreshadows future conflicts as Kawelo prepares to confront Aikanaka, the ruler responsible for his family’s misfortunes, thus setting the stage for a tale rich with themes of bravery, struggle, and cultural heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
GN: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Anthropology
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| LoC Class |
GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore
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| Subject |
Folklore -- Hawaii
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| Subject |
Hawaiian language -- Texts
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| Subject |
Legends -- Hawaii
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| Subject |
Hawaii -- Social life and customs
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73166 |
| Release Date |
Mar 14, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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