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Humehume of Kaua'i - A Boy’s Journey to America, An Ali’i’s Return Home
By Douglas Warne with the collaboration of Holly Kilinahe Coleman
Arriving in June!
The long awaited story of Humehume, first born son of Kaumuali’i, the last great ali’i nui to rule over Kaua’i and Ni’ihau, will be available in local bookstores.
Don’t miss the chance to learn more about Humehume’s journey from Kaua’i to New England and his return to Kaua’i with the first group of Protestant missionaries.
Humehume of Kaua’i illuminates a specific time and place that have received little attention in the history books. The story of Humehume’s life also sheds light on Kaua’i’s unique position in the larger context of Hawaiian history.
Kūkulu Coming Soon
Kūkulu is a fun and interactive way to build your 'ōlelo Hawai'i (Hawaiian language) skills. Whether you're fluent or just starting to learn, this versatile 92-card deck promotes the use of 'ōlelo Hawai'i among people of all ages. Learn more about this exciting card game!
Exciting New Titles Available Online
Kamehameha Publishing is proud to offer two new 'ōlelo Hawai'i products, available in the online store—Lauka'ie'ie and No ka 'Elepaio Kolohe.
New KS Internal Ordering Process
Through the KS E-mall, KS internal purchases can be ordered directly
online and will no longer require an internal order form. Simply fill
out a short registration form, and email it to publishing@ksbe.edu or
fax it to (808)541-5305 (no cover sheet necessary). Kamehameha
Publishing will then send an email with the login and password to the
authorized purchaser. Visit the FAQ page for more details.
Discount for Hawai'i Educational Institutions
As part of Kamehameha Schools’ commitment to extend its educational reach, Kamehameha Publishing is offering a 60 percent discount to schools and other educational institutions and programs in Hawai'i that service preschool through grade 12 students. Find out more about it by clicking here.
Spotlight
 Lumpy Poi and Twisting Eels is the second in a 12-book series for young readers about the life of Kamehameha. It follows White Rainbow, Black Curse in the Kana'iaupuni Series. The series is written by David Kawika Eyre and illustrated by Native Hawaiian artist Imaikalani Kalahele.
Based on Hawaiian sources and years of research, the story sheds new light on the people and places that nurtured Kamehameha in his early years. As a work of historical fiction, Lumpy Poi and Twisting Eels depicts the relationship of Kamehameha and his kahu, Nae'ole, who teaches him important life lessons. The book sets the stage for Kamehameha's lifelong quest to unify the Hawaiian Islands.
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Humehume of Kaua'i - Humehume was the firstborn son of Kaumuali'i, the last great ali'i nui (paramount chief) to rule over Kaua'i and Ni'ihau. As a four-year-old, Humehume was sent to America and promised a Western education. He reached New England but received little schooling and was eventually abandoned. His father presumed him dead.
In actuality Humehume survived his adverse childhood. After fifteen years of separation, he returned to Kaua'i with the first group of Protestant missionaries and reunited with his father. According to observer Samuel Ruggles, when Humehume arrived, “his father arose, clasped him in his arms and pressed his nose to his son’s after the manner of the country; both were unable to speak for some time. The scene was truly affecting.”
Yet Humehume’s homecoming was bittersweet. The American missionaries expected him to be fully converted to Christianity and an example to his countrymen. But Humehume—as the son of Kaua'i’s most powerful ruler—was expected to know the ways of his people and to follow the lead of his father. Humehume of Kaua'i is the story of these conflicting expectations.
Humehume of Kaua'i illuminates a specific time and place that have received little attention in the history books. The story of Humehume’s life also sheds light on Kaua'i’s unique position in the larger context of Hawaiian history.
Blazing Stars and Shark Eyes - Blazing Stars and Shark Eyes is the third in a twelve-book series on the life of Kamehameha. Based on Hawaiian sources and years of research, the story sheds new light on people and places that nurtured Kamehameha in his youth. As a work of historical fiction, Blazing Stars and Shark Eyes depicts the relationship of Kamehameha and Kekūhaupi'o, the fierce warrior chief from Ke'ei. The book sets the stage for Kamehameha's lifelong quest to unify the Hawaiian Islands.
No ke Kumu 'Ulu - The 2nd book in the Ku'una Series, following No ka 'Elepaio Kolohe.
Hūlili Vol. 4 - Annual peer-review journal offers current research and multidisciplinary perspectives on Hawaiian well-being. Coming in June.
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