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 that explores the traditional Hawaiian form of dance and music known as hula. The book delves into the history and cultural significance of hula, as well as the sacred songs that accompany the dance.Emerson, who was a scholar of Hawaiian culture and language, collected and translated a number of hula songs that had previously been passed down through oral tradition. These songs, which were often used in religious ceremonies and other important events, offer a glimpse into the spiritual beliefs and practices of the Hawaiian people.In addition to the song lyrics, the book also includes detailed descriptions of the movements and gestures used in hula, as well as the instruments and costumes traditionally associated with the dance. Emerson's work serves as an important record of Hawaiian culture and has helped to preserve the art of hula for future generations.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.