pstrongemLegends of Mauiem 1910 is a collection of Hawaiian folktales and myths anthologized by W. D. Westervelt. Paying homage to the importance of Maui across Polynesian cultures Westervelt introduces his groundbreaking collection of legends on Hawaiiamprsquos founding deity.strongppWestervelts collection connects the origin story of Hawaii to the traditions of other Polynesian cultures providing an invaluable resource for understanding the historical and geographical scope of Hawaiian culture. Drawing on the work of David Malo Samuel Kamakau and Abraham Fornander Westervelt originally from Ohio became a leading authority on the Hawaiian Islands publishing extensively on their legends religious beliefs and folk tales.ppstrongWith a beautifully designed cover and professionally designed manuscript this edition of W. D. Westerveltamprsquos emLegends of Mauiem is a classic of Hawaiian literature reimagined for modern readers.strongp