Fornander, Abraham 1812-1887 creator Thrum, Thomas G. (Thomas George) 1842-1932 text utu 2024 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "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.) Release date is 2024-03-14 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.) Originally published: Honolulu: Bishop Museum Press, 1917 Folklore -- Hawaii Hawaiian language -- Texts Legends -- Hawaii Hawaii -- Social life and customs GN GR Honolulu: Bishop Museum Press, 1917 https://archive.org/details/FornanderCollection/page/n7 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73166 https://archive.org/details/FornanderCollection/page/n7 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73166 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134707.0 73166