Berta metzger (20 résultats)

Etat : New.

Etat : New.

Etat : New.

27 plates + text illustr, 9 x 6, cream boards with tan spine, black lettering, 336 pp. Covers soiled and spotted, light staining, corners bumped and worn, inner hinges cracked, offsetting to endpapers, front blank page has approx 2.5" tear along inner margin, small tear on rear endpaper, approx. 40 pages have light waterstaining on lower margins else good. Second revised ed.…

Hardcover. Etat : Fair. Etat de la jaquette : Fair. Fifth printing. Smaller, oblong book. Ex-library marks, some wear, vinyl tape on the spine; a solid reading copy. The pages have some discoloring. The jacket has a little wear and tear; some discoloring; sticker on the cover. Illustrator: Buchanan, Mina. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Children's; Inventory No: 226316. Buchanan, Mina (illustrateur). …

Hard Cover. Etat : Poor. No Jacket. Heavy wear to cloth , boards fully exposed at corners and edges. Has been reinforced at binding with red tape. Ex lib with usual markings . Slight dampstain odor.

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'Tales Told in Hawaii' is an evocative collection of traditional Hawaiian folklore and mythology, meticulously compiled to preserve the rich oral traditions of the islands. This work offers readers a profound glimpse into the spiritual and cultural landscape of ancient Hawaii, featuring a diverse array of stories that range from the deeds of legendary heroes and gods to the origins of the natural world. Through these pages, the vibrant heritage of the Pacific is brought to life, showcasing the unique storytelling style that has been passed down through generations.The collection includes narratives about powerful deities such as Pele and Maui, alongside local legends that explain the formation of the islands' distinctive geography and the customs of its people. By capturing the essence of Hawaiian belief systems and moral lessons, 'Tales Told in Hawaii' serves as a vital bridge to a bygone era. It is an essential read for those interested in mythology, Pacific Island history, and the enduring power of folk narratives. Berta Metzger's prose respects the rhythmic and poetic nature of the original tales, making this volume a treasure for students of folklore and casual readers alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hard Cover. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. Ex-library book with the usual stamps and markings. Bound in orange buckram cloth. Age-toned pages. 6 3/4"w x 5"h. 88 pages. Black and white illustrations by Mina Buchanan. Keywords: Indian, Classical Stories, Folklore, Ancient Literature, Storytellers, Bards, Berta Metger, Mina Buchanan, Picture Tales. Buchanan, Mina (illustrateur). …

Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'Tales Told in Hawaii' is an evocative collection of traditional Hawaiian folklore and mythology, meticulously compiled to preserve the rich oral traditions of the islands. This work offers readers a profound glimpse into the spiritual and cultural landscape of ancient Hawaii, featuring a diverse array of stories that range from the deeds of legendary heroes and gods to the origins of the natural world. Through these pages, the vibrant heritage of the Pacific is brought to life, showcasing the unique storytelling style that has been passed down through generations.The collection includes narratives about powerful deities such as Pele and Maui, alongside local legends that explain the formation of the islands' distinctive geography and the customs of its people. By capturing the essence of Hawaiian belief systems and moral lessons, 'Tales Told in Hawaii' serves as a vital bridge to a bygone era. It is an essential read for those interested in mythology, Pacific Island history, and the enduring power of folk narratives. Berta Metzger's prose respects the rhythmic and poetic nature of the original tales, making this volume a treasure for students of folklore and casual readers alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Etat : Fair. Etat de la jaquette : Fair. Ninth printing. Smaller, oblong book. Ex-library marks, some wear, vinyl tape on the spine; a solid reading copy. The pages have some discoloring, a little staining. The jacket has a little wear and tear; some discoloring; sticker on the cover. Illustrator: Lattimore, Eleanor Frances. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Children's; Inventory No: 226317. Lattimore, Eleanor Frances (illustrateur). …

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Etat : Fine. No Jacket. 2nd Edition. Honolulu, HI: The Museum; 2d revised Edition (1929). Fine Hardcover, no dj. Mocassin boards, tan spine, Black lettering. Book looks AsNew. 9.1:x6.0"1.3". be43003.

Hardcover. Etat : Good+. Etat de la jaquette : Good+. Shelf wear to the binding. The dust jacket has a few chips and tears to the edges and light soiling. The dust jacket is in nice condition and is scarce on this title.; 8.8 X 5.8 X 0.8 inches; 116 pages.

Hardcover. Etat : Good.

HRD. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Etat : New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. 1st Edition. Frederick A. Stokes Company. New York. 1929. 116 pages. First edition, first printing. 1929 on copyright page and title page. Rare original DJ. $1.00 price intact on flap. Book is tight. Binding and hinges are strong and sound. Pages and endpapers are clean with a gift inscription dated 1931; with a child writing their own name incorporated into inscription. Top edge of rear panel has a small dent. Rare DJ shows light soiling, closed tear, and an open chip on upper front edge. A collection of old folktales told in Hawaii, each with the folk tale's local origin. A nice, tight copy with flaws noted. VG+.…

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. "Tales Told in Hawaii" is an evocative collection of traditional Hawaiian folklore and mythology, meticulously compiled to preserve the rich oral traditions of the islands. This work offers readers a profound glimpse into the spiritual and cultural landscape of ancient Hawaii, featuring a diverse array of stories that range from the deeds of legendary heroes and gods to the origins of the natural world. Through these pages, the vibrant heritage of the Pacific is brought to life, showcasing the unique storytelling style that has been passed down through generations.The collection includes narratives about powerful deities such as Pele and Maui, alongside local legends that explain the formation of the islands' distinctive geography and the customs of its people. By capturing the essence of Hawaiian belief systems and moral lessons, "Tales Told in Hawaii" serves as a vital bridge to a bygone era. It is an essential read for those interested in mythology, Pacific Island history, and the enduring power of folk narratives. Berta Metzger's prose respects the rhythmic and poetic nature of the original tales, making this volume a treasure for students of folklore and casual readers alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Etat : new. Hardcover. "Tales Told in Hawaii" is an evocative collection of traditional Hawaiian folklore and mythology, meticulously compiled to preserve the rich oral traditions of the islands. This work offers readers a profound glimpse into the spiritual and cultural landscape of ancient Hawaii, featuring a diverse array of stories that range from the deeds of legendary heroes and gods to the origins of the natural world. Through these pages, the vibrant heritage of the Pacific is brought to life, showcasing the unique storytelling style that has been passed down through generations.The collection includes narratives about powerful deities such as Pele and Maui, alongside local legends that explain the formation of the islands' distinctive geography and the customs of its people. By capturing the essence of Hawaiian belief systems and moral lessons, "Tales Told in Hawaii" serves as a vital bridge to a bygone era. It is an essential read for those interested in mythology, Pacific Island history, and the enduring power of folk narratives. Berta Metzger's prose respects the rhythmic and poetic nature of the original tales, making this volume a treasure for students of folklore and casual readers alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…