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'Olelo No'eau : Hawaiian Proverbs & Poetical Sayings [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

by Mary Kawena Pukui (Editor)
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  • Paperback: 372 pages
  • Publisher: Bishop Museum Press (June 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0910240930
  • ISBN-13: 978-0910240932
  • Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 1.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #81,255 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars 'Olelo No'eau, July 9, 2000
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For anyone interested in learning about the poetry and eloquence that is the Hawaiian language, you have to buy this book. The book "Olelo No'eau (which means wise sayings) illustrates the ways in which Hawaiians used examples of what they observed in their everyday surroundings to express themselves. Each of the wise sayings covers a wide variety of topics including family, relationships, battle, life, and honor. Mary Kawena Puku'i has long been an avid perpetuator of the Hawaiian culture and I am very pleased to have this publication to share with others.
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, January 24, 1997
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There exists no better introduction to the beauty and poetry of the Hawaiian language. Mary Kawena Pukui is the soul of old Hawai'i and posessed the intellect and ear to capture it. Certainly an informative read, this book also gives you the chance to turn your cliche ridden speech to exotic rhythms and poetry. A hui ho
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4.0 out of 5 stars Hawaiian Culture, June 12, 2008
This book is a "must-read" for all Native Hawaiians as well as a serious student of the Hawaiian culture. Priceless!!!
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