Pele, Volcano Goddess of Hawai'i: A History
| By: | H. Arlo Nimmo |
| Publisher: | McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers |
| Print ISBN: | 9780786463473 |
| eText ISBN: | 9780786486533 |
| Edition: | 0 |
| Format: | Page Fidelity |
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When the first Europeans arrived in the Hawaiian Islands in 1778, the volcano goddess Pele was the central deity of a complex religion in the volcano districts of Hawai'i Island. While native Hawaiians were quickly converted to Christianity, Pele remained remarkably relevant as a deity. This book is a critical biography of the volcano goddess, as well as a history of her religion. Topics covered include the ongoing belief in Pele, her popular manifestations, her ceremonies, her new cultural roles and her current status in Hawai'i.