Pele: The Fire Goddess

by Dietrich Varez, Pua Kanaka'ole Kanahele

The legend of Pele, goddess of Hawaii's Kilauea volcano, is beautifully and simply retold by Dietrich Varez and Pua Kanaka`ole Kanahele in this striking volume. Dietrich Varez (an artist who works in Volcano, Hawaii) has vividly illustrated each page with compelling linocut prints that bring Pele's story to life, and create a visually delightful experience to accompany this ancient legend.

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47 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 1991

Reviews

[Dolly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gorgeous red and white prints highlight this legend about the goddess Pele. This version of the story has some unusual depth compared with other stories I've read about Pele, with family squabbles, jealousy, and forgiveness woven into the tale.

[Joe · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found the myths extremely interesting. That being said, I think there was too much text for a children's book. There was too much going on here.

[Hannah]

Basically now I understand the words of the intro song to "Lilo & Stitch" thanks to this story about the birth of Hawai'i.

[Meredith · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautifully illustrated (with red and white block prints) and easy to read telling of the the Goddess Pele, of her love for and jealousy of her sister Hi'iaka, and her reign as the Goddess of Volcanos.