Tales of Polynesia

Folktales from Hawai‘i, New Zealand, Tahiti, and Samoa

Yiling Changues

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Chronicle Books
03 May 2023

Myth & legend told as fiction; History

A woman falls in love with the king of the sharks. Two powerful sorcerers compete in a battle of magical wits. The king of Maui's fastest messenger races to bring a young woman back from the dead. In these traditional tales, the borders blur between life and death, reality and magic, and land and sea.

This volume includes legends from Hawai'i, New Zealand, Tahiti, and Samoa, showcasing the rich narrative tradition of the Polynesian islands. You'll encounter awe-inspiring warriors, tricky magicians, and fearsome creatures of the deep. Each tale is paired with evocative contemporary art, creating a special illustrated edition to read, share, and treasure across generations.

By: Yiling Changues
Imprint: Chronicle Books
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 191mm,
ISBN: 9781797217567
ISBN 10: 1797217569
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 03 May 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Yiling Changues is an illustrator and graphic designer based between Tahiti and Paris.