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Island wisdom : Hawaiian traditions and practices for a meaningful life / Kainoa Daines & Annie Daly.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublisher: San Francisco : Chronicle Prism, [2022]Description: 232 pages : color illustrations, portraits ; 19 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9781797216935
  • 1797216937
Subject(s): Summary: "More than just a beautiful paradise, Hawai'i has a rich culture, deeply rooted in tradition. Native Hawaiian and cultural expert Kainoa Daines has spent many years teaching visitors to the islands about this time-honored wisdom, and now he has teamed up with journalist Annie Daly to share that knowledge with you. ISLAND WISDOM is an inspirational and rewarding journey through traditional Hawaiian teachings that have stood the test of time from how to be pono every day (live a balanced life) to how to mālama 'āina (preserve and protect the land). Filled with the voices and guidance of Hawaiian elders, regional folklore, and ancient teachings-plus gorgeous local photography and illustrations throughout-ISLAND WISDOM is a celebration of Hawaiian culture, language, and values that will give you a deeper understanding, appreciation, and respect for Hawai'i and the Hawaiian way of life"-- Provided by publisher.
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Adult Book Adult Book Main Library NonFiction 306.0996 D133 Available 33111011296072
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Rooted in ancient Hawaiian teachings, Island Wisdom takes readers beyond the surface of beautiful beaches and vacation living to gain a deeper understanding of the Hawaiian Islands. Native Hawaiian and cultural expert Kainoa Daines has spent many years teaching visitors to the islands about this time-honoured wisdom, and now he has teamed up with journalist Annie Daly to share a beautiful book exploring four foundations of Hawaiian living: ALOHA (love), AINA (land), MO'OLELO (stories), and 'OHANA (family). Filled with the voices and guidance of Hawaiian elders, local folklore, traditional recipes, and age-old teachings - from how to make true island-style poke and how to malama 'aina (preserve and protect the land) to how to be pono everyday (live a life of balance). Including gorgeous local photography and illustrations throughout, Island Wisdom is a celebration of Hawai'i's language, culture, and values for living a more harmonious, giving, and joyful life. d joyful life. d joyful life. d joyful life.

"More than just a beautiful paradise, Hawai'i has a rich culture, deeply rooted in tradition. Native Hawaiian and cultural expert Kainoa Daines has spent many years teaching visitors to the islands about this time-honored wisdom, and now he has teamed up with journalist Annie Daly to share that knowledge with you. ISLAND WISDOM is an inspirational and rewarding journey through traditional Hawaiian teachings that have stood the test of time from how to be pono every day (live a balanced life) to how to mālama 'āina (preserve and protect the land). Filled with the voices and guidance of Hawaiian elders, regional folklore, and ancient teachings-plus gorgeous local photography and illustrations throughout-ISLAND WISDOM is a celebration of Hawaiian culture, language, and values that will give you a deeper understanding, appreciation, and respect for Hawai'i and the Hawaiian way of life"-- Provided by publisher.

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