At the gateways of the day

Name: At the gateways of the day
Author: Padraic Colum

By Padraic Colum

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About This Book

A collection of traditional Hawaiian tales retold as linked folktales and origin myths featuring gods, demigods, and mortals. It opens with a boy's confrontation with a shark-king and moves through the celebrated seven deeds of Ma-ui—winning a place in a house, lifting the sky, fishing up islands, snaring the sun, seizing fire, and seeking immortality—alongside stories of seekers, skilled youths, hidden lands beneath the sea, household spirits, and Hina the woman in the moon. The volume combines adventure and supernatural challenge with motifs of sea, land, and kinship, and includes pronunciation notes and illustrations.

About the Author

Padraic Colum

Padraic Colum was an Irish poet, novelist, and playwright, celebrated for his contributions to literature and his role in the Irish literary revival. Born in 1881, he is known for his ability to weave folklore and myth into his narratives, making them accessible to a modern audience. His notable works include "The Children of Odin: The Book of Northern Myths," which retells ancient Norse legends, and "The King of Ireland's Son," a tale that blends fantasy with Irish cultural themes. Colum's writing often reflects his deep appreciation for the oral traditions of storytelling, and he remains a significant figure in the landscape of Irish literature.