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Unwritten Literature Of Hawaii

Unwritten Literature Of Hawaii

Nathaniel Bright Emerson

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
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Poesía
ISBN:
9781430478515
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Unwritten Literature of Hawaii: The Sacred Songs of the Hula is a book written by Nathaniel Bright Emerson that explores the traditional Hawaiian art of hula and its accompanying chants and songs. The book delves into the history and cultural significance of hula, which was not only a form of entertainment but also a means of preserving Hawaiian history and mythology. Emerson provides translations and interpretations of various hula chants and songs, shedding light on their meanings and symbolism. He also discusses the different types of hula and the roles of the dancers and musicians involved in the performances. The book includes illustrations and photographs to further enhance the reader’s understanding of the art form.Overall, Unwritten Literature of Hawaii: The Sacred Songs of the Hula offers a comprehensive and insightful look into the rich cultural heritage of Hawaii and the important role that hula played in preserving it.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.

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