Ka Moolelo o Hiiakaikapoliopele

This volume presents The Epic Tale of Hi‘iakaikapoliopele in its original Hawaiian. The story, as told by Ho‘oulumāhiehie, is articulated with 375 chants. The author’s captivating narration showcases his profound cultural knowledge and engaging style, highlighting Hi‘iaka’s role as a healer, source of inspiration, and icon of the hula traditions that embody the chants and dances of Pele and Hi‘iaka.

• Ho‘oulumāhiehie, Author

• Puakea Nogelmeier, Translator

  Puakea Nogelmeier is professor emeritus at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa where he taught Hawaiian language for thirty-five years and founded the Institute of Hawaiian Language Research and Translation. He is cofounder and executive director of Awaiaulu.

• Solomon Enos, Illustrator

• Puakea Nogelmeier, Translator

  Puakea Nogelmeier is professor emeritus at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa where he taught Hawaiian language for thirty-five years and founded the Institute of Hawaiian Language Research and Translation. He is cofounder and executive director of Awaiaulu.