Pele, volcano goddess of Hawai'i : a history /

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Author / Creator:Nimmo, Harry.
Imprint:Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., c2011.
Description:x, 239 p. : ill., map ; 23 cm.
Language:English
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Format: Print Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/8521264
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ISBN:9780786463473 (softcover : alk. paper)
0786463473 (softcover : alk. paper)
Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary:"This book is a critical biography of the volcano goddess Pele, 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"--Provided by publisher.

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