Unwritten Literature of Hawaii
The Sacred Songs of the HulaBy Nathaniel Bright Emerson
Length12h 11m
About this audiobook
Nathaniel Bright Emerson's 'Unwritten Literature of Hawaii' delves into the rich oral traditions and storytelling techniques of Hawaiian culture. Through meticulous research and firsthand accounts, Emerson explores how Hawaiian tales were passed down through generations without the need for a written language, highlighting the importance of orality in preserving cultural heritage. Drawing on a mix of folk tales, myths, and historical accounts, this book offers a comprehensive look at the unwritten literature of Hawaii, shedding light on the unique literary style and cultural context of these narratives. Emerson's work serves as a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in indigenous storytelling traditions and the intersection of orality and literature. Nathaniel Bright Emerson, a respected ethnologist and anthropologist, was deeply committed to studying and preserving the cultural practices of Hawaii. His background in Hawaiian studies and his passion for oral storytelling led him to compile this seminal work on the unwritten literature of Hawaii. By capturing these narratives in written form, Emerson ensures that future generations can appreciate and learn from this vital aspect of Hawaiian culture. For readers interested in Hawaiian folklore, oral traditions, or literature, 'Unwritten Literature of Hawaii' is a must-read. Emerson's insightful analysis and extensive research offer a unique window into the rich storytelling traditions of the Hawaiian islands, making this book an essential addition to any library of Pacific literature and cultural studies.
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Length12 hrs 11 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 7, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION
2I.--THE HULA
3II.--THE HALAU; THE KUAHU--THEIR DECORATION AND CONSECRATION
4III.--THE GODS OF THE HULA.
5IV.--SUPPORT AND ORGANIZATION OF THE HULA
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6V--CEREMONIES OF GRADUATION; DÉBUT OF A HULA DANCER
7VI.--THE PASSWORD--THE SONG OF ADMISSION
8VII.--WORSHIP AT THE ALTAR OF THE HALAU
9VIII.--COSTUME OF THE HULA DANCER
10IX.--THE HULA ALA'A-PAPA
11X.--THE HULA PA-ÍPU, OR KUÓLO
12XI.--THE HULA KI'I
13XII.--THE HULA PAHU
14XIII.--THE HULA ÚLI-ULÍ
15XIV.--THE HULA PUÍLI
16XV.--THE HULA KA-LAAU
17XVI.--THE HULA ÍLI-ÍLI
18XVII.--THE HULA KÁ-ÉKE-ÉKE
19XVIII.--AN INTERMISSION
20XIX.--THE HULA MAU-KANI
21XX.--THE HULA OHE
22XXI.--THE MUSIC AND MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS OF THE HAWAIIANS
23XXII.--GESTURE
24XXIII.--THE HULA PA-HUA
25XXIV--THE HULA PELE
26XXV.--THE HULA PA'I-UMAUMA
27XXVI.--THE HULA KU'I MOLOKAI
28XXVII.--THE HULA KIELÉI
29XXVIII.--THE HULA MÚ'U-MÚ'U
30XXIX.--THE HULA KOLANI
31XXX.--THE HULA KOLEA
32XXXI.--THE HULA MANÓ
33XXXII.--THE HULA ILÍO
34XXXIII.--THE HULA PUA'A
35XXXIV.--THE HULA OHELO
36XXXV.--THE HULA KILU
37XXXVI.--THE HULA HOO-NA-NÁ
38XXXVII.--THE HULA ULILI
39XXXVIII.--THE HULA O-NIU
40XXXIX.--THE HULA KU'I
41XL.--THE OLI
42XLI.--THE WATER OF KANE
43XLII.--GENERAL REVIEW
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