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by S. N. Haleole (Author), Martha Warren Beckwith (Translator)
The Hawaiian Romance of Laieikawai is a novel written by S.N. Haleole and first published in 1918. The story is set in ancient Hawaii and revolves around the life of a young chiefess named Laieikawai. She is born with special powers and is prophesied to become a great leader. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she is forced to flee her home due to the jealousy of her stepmother. Laieikawai embarks on a journey across the island of Oahu, accompanied by her loyal companions, Kihanuilulumoku and Kawao. Along the way, she encounters various challenges and meets different people, including a handsome chief named Aiwohikupua. The two fall in love, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that Aiwohikupua is already engaged to another woman. As the story progresses, Laieikawai's powers are put to the test, and she must use her intelligence and strength to overcome obstacles and fulfill her destiny. The novel is a fascinating portrayal of Hawaiian culture and mythology, with vivid descriptions of the landscape, traditions, and beliefs of the time. Overall, The Hawaiian Romance of Laieikawai is a captivating tale of love, adventure, and destiny that will appeal to readers interested in historical fiction, mythology, and Hawaiian culture.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.
