Pele, Volcano Goddess of Hawai'i: A History

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.

• | Author: H. Arlo Nimmo
• | Publisher: McFarland & Company
• | Publication Date: Oct 30, 2011
• | Number of Pages: 249 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 0786463473
• | ISBN-13: 9780786463473