Mo'okiha o Pi'ilani |
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| Author:
| Cathell, B. David |
| ISBN: | 978-1-320-42674-9 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2015 |
| Publisher: | Blurb
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $49.99 |
Book Description:
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Some 18 years in conception and execution, the Mo'okiha O Pi'ilani harkens back to the days of ancient Polynesian exploration of the vast Pacific Ocean. Expert way-finders were guided by stars, currents, ocean waves, birds and their own sense of direction - exceeding the skills of the supposedly superior European explorers who, at the same time, were still hugging the coastlines in fear of falling off the edge of the Earth.Join us for the ceremony celebrating the launch of an authentic...
More DescriptionSome 18 years in conception and execution, the Mo'okiha O Pi'ilani harkens back to the days of ancient Polynesian exploration of the vast Pacific Ocean. Expert way-finders were guided by stars, currents, ocean waves, birds and their own sense of direction - exceeding the skills of the supposedly superior European explorers who, at the same time, were still hugging the coastlines in fear of falling off the edge of the Earth.Join us for the ceremony celebrating the launch of an authentic piece of history - recreated by the descendants of those skilled ancient seafarers.