The J.S. Emerson collection of Hawaiian artifacts is among Bishop Museums's largest Hawaiian ethnological collections and includes some of the finest examples of pre- and post-contact objects. Much of its value lies in Emerson's faithful recording of circumstances in which he recollected the objects and as much as he could learn of their history, construction, and use.

This volume gives educators and students of Hawaiian history and culture, anthropologists, ethnologists, archaeologists, and curators a broad view into the everyday activity of ancient Hawaiians. The collection includes food and household, plaiting and twining, kapa and clothing, tools, canoes, fishing and hunting, amusements, musical instruments, weapons, religion and health, and ornaments and personal items.

$40.00

isbn 978-1-58178-006-2

hardcover, 9x12, 142pp.

$30.00

isbn 978-1-58178-007-9

softcover, 9x12, 142pp.

Available at Bishop Museum's Shop Pacifica (phone 808-848-4158, email at shop@bishopmuseum.org ) and other fine bookstores throughout the islands.

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