Unwritten Literature Of Hawaii: The Sacred Songs Of The Hula - Hardcover

by Nathaniel Bright Emerson (Editor)

Unwritten Literature of Hawaii: The Sacred Songs of the Hula is a book written by Nathaniel Bright Emerson, which delves into the ancient Hawaiian tradition of hula and its accompanying songs. The book provides a comprehensive account of the cultural significance of hula and its role in Hawaiian society, as well as an in-depth exploration of the sacred songs that accompany the dance.Emerson draws upon his own experiences living in Hawaii and his extensive research to provide readers with a detailed understanding of the history, mythology, and spiritual beliefs that underpin the hula tradition. He also provides translations of many of the songs, along with detailed explanations of their meaning and significance.The book is divided into three parts, with the first section providing an overview of Hawaiian culture and the role of hula within it. The second section focuses on the songs themselves, providing translations and detailed analysis of their themes and symbolism. The final section explores the relationship between hula and other forms of Hawaiian art and culture, including poetry, storytelling, and visual art.Overall, Unwritten Literature of Hawaii: The Sacred Songs of the Hula is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Hawaiian culture, history, and spirituality. It offers a unique perspective on the hula tradition and its enduring importance to the people of Hawaii.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.