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Author : Antony Alpers
Publisher : New York : Crowell
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 440 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (9 download)
Download or read book Legends of the South Seas written by Antony Alpers and published by New York : Crowell. This book was released on 1970 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Antony Alpers
Publisher : John Murray
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 438 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Legends of the South Sea written by Antony Alpers and published by John Murray. This book was released on 1970 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The prose is divided into four classes consisting of myths, of very ancient origin; legends, of regional origin; traditional, of local origin and political; and folk-tale; of local origin and not political.
Author : James Norman Hall
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 444 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (334 download)
Download or read book Faery Lands of the South Seas written by James Norman Hall and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Arnold Safroni-Middleton
Publisher : London, Methuen; New York, Doran [1919]
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 308 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (3 download)
Download or read book South Sea Foam written by Arnold Safroni-Middleton and published by London, Methuen; New York, Doran [1919]. This book was released on 1919 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Bo Flood
Publisher : Bess Press
ISBN 13 : 9781573060783
Total Pages : 284 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (67 download)
Download or read book Pacific Island Legends written by Bo Flood and published by Bess Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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
Publisher : Bess Press
ISBN 13 : 9781573061292
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (612 download)
Download or read book Micronesian Legends written by Bo Flood and published by Bess Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Legends from the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam, Palau, Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, Kosrae, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands are interwoven with historical interludes and beautiful woodcut illustrations.
Author : Martha Warren Beckwith
Publisher : University of Hawaii Press
ISBN 13 : 0824840712
Total Pages : 609 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (248 download)
Download or read book Hawaiian Mythology written by Martha Warren Beckwith and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2021-05-25 with total page 609 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ku and Hina—man and woman—were the great ancestral gods of heaven and earth for the ancient Hawaiians. They were life's fruitfulness and all the generations of mankind, both those who are to come and those already born. The Hawaiian gods were like great chiefs from far lands who visited among the people, entering their daily lives sometimes as humans or animals, sometimes taking residence in a stone or wooden idol. As years passed, the families of gods grew and included the trickster Maui, who snared the sun, and fiery Pele of the volcano. Ancient Hawaiians lived by the animistic philosophy that assigned living souls to animals, trees, stones, stars, and clouds, as well as to humans. Religion and mythology were interwoven in Hawaiian culture; and local legends and genealogies were preserved in song, chant, and narrative. Martha Beckwith was the first scholar to chart a path through the hundreds of books, articles, and little-known manuscripts that recorded the oral narratives of the Hawaiian people. Her book has become a classic work of folklore and ethnology, and the definitive treatment of Hawaiian mythology. With an introduction by Katherine Luomala.
Author : Neil Arnold
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 0752492454
Total Pages : 174 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (524 download)
Download or read book Kent Urban Legends written by Neil Arnold and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2013-03-01 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do motorists pick up a phantom hitchhiker on Blue Bell Hill during stormy nights? Does Satan appear if you dance round the Devil's Bush in the village of Pluckley? Do big cats roam the local woods? And what happens if you manage to count the 'Countless Stones' near Aylesford?For centuries strange urban legends have materialised in the Garden of England. Now, for the first time, folklorist and monster-hunter Neil Arnold looks at these intriguing tales, strips back the layers, and reveals if there is more to these Chinese whispers than meets the eye.Folklore embeds itself into a local community, often to the extent that some people believe all manner of mysteries and take them as fact. Whether they’re stories passed around the school playground, through the internet, or round a flickering campfire, urban legends are everywhere. Kent Urban Legends is a quirky and downright spooky ride into the heart of Kent folklore.
Author : Clement Lindley Wragge
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 372 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (318 download)
Download or read book The Romance of the South Seas written by Clement Lindley Wragge and published by . This book was released on 1906 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Richard Parkinson
Publisher : Sydney University Press
ISBN 13 : 1920899634
Total Pages : 418 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (28 download)
Download or read book Thirty Years in the South Seas written by Richard Parkinson and published by Sydney University Press. This book was released on 2010 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Richard Parkinson's Thirty Years in the South Seas was first published in 1907. In this 900-page work, Parkinson drew together and expanded on the scientific and popular papers he had been publishing since 1887, creating in the process a landmark ethnography of the Bismarck Archipelago. Parkinson moved to New Britain in 1879, only seven years after the first trader had established himself in the area. Over the next thirty years, he employed many local people on the family's expanding plantations, and travelled widely in the area, trading for produce (especially coconuts), observing traditional life, and buying artefacts for museums in Europe, USA and Australia. His travels covered the islands now known as New Britain, New Ireland, New Hanover, Manus, Buka and Bougainville, but he also collected information about the mainland of New Guinea (Kaiser Wilhelmsland). His observations covered a wide range of topics, from religious life and ceremonies to artefacts and language. It is clear he talked extensively with people - though mostly with a translator - and compared accounts. He also took many photographs, some 200 of which were included in the volume. Given the period, all his human subjects had to be posed, but the range of associated detail, probably unconsciously included, is substantial. What is particularly important about this work is the period in which it was written. While Parkinson may never have been the first contact of any local people, he was clearly among the first, and observed many societies before they were extensively incorporated into the Western economy, or missionised. Thirty Years in the South Seas is unparalleled in the literature of the Bismarck Archipelago. It is an incomparable picture of a time and place now long past.
Author : A. Safroni- Middleton
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 3387071078
Total Pages : 446 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (87 download)
Download or read book South Sea Foam; The Romantic Adventures of a Modern Don Quixote in the Southern Seas written by A. Safroni- Middleton and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-09-20 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.
Author : W. D. Westervelt
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 262 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (66 download)
Download or read book Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes (mythology) written by W. D. Westervelt and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2022-01-17 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first part of this book focuses on the legends of Hawaii and its volcanoes. The second part considers the geology of the region and discusses the crack in the floor of the Pacific, Hawaiian volcanoes, volcanic activity and the changes in the Kilauea crater. It also looks at the foundation of the observatory.
Author : Emmet Starr
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 690 pages
Book Rating : 4.A/5 ( download)
Download or read book History of the Cherokee Indians and Their Legends and Folk Lore written by Emmet Starr and published by . This book was released on 1922 with total page 690 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes treaties, genealogy of the tribe, and brief biographical sketches of individuals.
Author : Howard Pyle
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1372 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)
Download or read book The Chronicles of Pirates – The Truth Behind the Legends: Complete History of Piracy & Biographies of the Most Famous Buccaneers (9 Books in One Volume) written by Howard Pyle and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-17 with total page 1372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Chronicles of Pirates The Truth Behind the Legends stands as a monumental anthology that brings together the quintessential works of nine distinguished authors, presenting a comprehensive and multifaceted exploration of piracy through history. This collection spans a wide range of literary styles, from biographical accounts to detailed historical analyses, encapsulating the diverse and often misunderstood world of pirates and buccaneers. Featuring the collective efforts of historians and storytellers such as Howard Pyle and Charles Ellms, the anthology sheds light on the romanticized veneer of piracy by delving into the stark realities and intricate lives of these sea marauders, offering readers standout pieces that contextualize the golden age of piracy within the broader scope of maritime history. The backgrounds of the contributing authors, a mix of renowned historians, novelists, and maritime experts, such as Daniel Defoe and Stanley Lane-Poole, provide a rich tapestry of perspectives that enhance the anthologys exploration of piracy. These authors collectively align with various historical, cultural, and literary movements, leveraging their unique insights to dissect the myth from the reality. Their varied voices offer an unparalleled depth of knowledge, illuminating the complex socio-economic factors and personal stories that have contributed to the enduring legacy of pirates. The Chronicles of Pirates offers readers an invaluable opportunity to engage with a comprehensive collection that serves both as a scholarly resource and a captivating read. It invites a broad audience, from academic scholars to enthusiasts of maritime history, to explore the rich tapestry of piracy from multiple angles. The anthologys breadth of insights, coupled with the engaging narratives, fosters a deeper understanding of the subject matter and encourages a dialogue between the authors works, making it a must-read for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the authentic and intricate history of piracy.
Author : A. Grove Day
Publisher : University of Hawaii Press
ISBN 13 : 0824885007
Total Pages : 177 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (248 download)
Download or read book Hawaiian Legends in English written by A. Grove Day and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2021-05-25 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the past two centuries, a considerable number of Hawaiian legends have been translated into English. Although this material has been the subject of studies in anthropology, ethnology, and comparative mythology, no study has been made made of the translations and the translators themselves. Nor has a definitive bibliography of published translations been compiled. The purpose of this volume is to provide an extensive, annotated bibliography of both primary translations and secondary retellings in English, together with a historical and critical study of the more important translations.
Author : James W. Lesueur
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 348 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (319 download)
Download or read book Indian Legends written by James W. Lesueur and published by . This book was released on 1928 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Various Authors
Publisher : DigiCat
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 820 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)
Download or read book The Legends and Myths of Hawaii written by Various Authors and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-26 with total page 820 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hawaiian Legends & Myths is a collection of books by William Drake Westervelt, one of Hawaii's foremost authorities on island folklore. It contains five books Westervelt wrote about Hawaiian legends, folklore and mythology. "Legends of Maui" includes numerous myths of Māui, Polynesian demi god of Polynesia and Hina who is sometimes in myths his mother, and sometimes his wife. These myths and legends originate from various island groups around the Pacific and they are pesented in a clear and thorough manner. "Legends of Old Honolulu" is collection of ancient Hawaiian folktales which also includes some information about where the Hawaiians came from and the sacred places in Honolulu. As might be expected in stories originating on a small island, many of them feature the sea, boats, sea creatures or water. "Legends of Gods and Ghost-Gods" focuses on Polynesian mythology, taking a close look at Hawaiian folktales, mythology, and the history of the polytheistic practices still in place to this day. "Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes" – The first part of this book focuses on the legends of Hawaii and its volcanoes. The second part considers the geology of the region and discusses the crack in the floor of the Pacific, Hawaiian volcanoes, volcanic activity and the changes in the Kilauea crater. It also looks at the foundation of the observatory. "Hawaiian Historical Legends" take the reader through Hawaiian history from ancient times to becoming an American state. He adds that Hawaiian people are not overly concerned with dates but that these stories are all related one to another.
