Children of the Rainbow: A Book Concerning the Religion, Legends and Gods of the Natives of Pre-Christian Hawaii by Melville, Leinani - 1969

UsedGood. Some foxing and/or discoloration around edges. Shows minimal wear such as frayed or folded edges, minor rips and tears, and/or slightly worn binding. May have stickers and/or contain inscription on title page. No observed missing pages.

Wheaton, IL, USA: Theosophical Publishing House, 1995. Book. Very Good. Soft cover. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. The book is in very good condition, little shelf rubbing, a small amount of fading to spine from light exposure. Text and illustrations inside appear clean and clear throughout. '[This book] covers the esoteric code of the Tahunas (priests) of Hawaii and recounts some of their traditional mythology. This comes via Leinani Melville who received his instruction from an elderly Hawaiian woman who he believed was a Tahuna Mataura (seer). She drw the sacred symbols on the sand and explained their meaning to him. Later he learned to interpret the sacred chants and temple prayers, many of which contain concepts akin to the religions and folklore of other ancient cultures. He tells with simplicity and beauty some of the teaching and beliefs of the religions of the Mu. Written in popular form this book conveys the understanding and reverence which the author feels for the… Read More

Theosophical Publishing House, 1969. Paperback. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Wear commensurate with age and use. Clean unmarked copy. Light bumping visible to corners of covers and ends of spine strip. Secure packaging for safe delivery.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.

Theosophical Publishing House, 1969. Paperback. Very Good. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Minor shelf and handling wear, overall a clean solid copy with minimal signs of use. Covers show shelf wear and scuffing. Binding is sound; no writing or other markings. Secure packaging for safe delivery.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.

Theosophical Pub House. paperback. Good. 5x0x8. Cover has sun fading, and shows some light bumping to corners. Pages are tightly bound. Text is clean and unmarked.

Theosophical Pub House, 1969T. paperback. Very Good. 0.5000 in x 8.2000 in x 5.4000 in. Paperback. Clean and solid. Ships from a smoke-free home.

Theosophical Publishing House, 1969. Paperback. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Covers betray fading and nicks and other signs of wear and imperfection commensurate with age. Binding remains tight and structurally sound. Pages absent any extraneous marks. Sealed in plastic for shipping. Secure packaging for safe delivery.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.

Theosophical Pub House, 1969. Soft cover. Very Good. Very good, clean, tight condition. Text free of marks. Professional book dealer since 1999. All orders are processed promptly and carefully packaged.

Theosophical Pub House, 1969-06-01. Paperback. Very Good. Softcover. Tight binding. Clear text. Free of any markings and no writings inside. For any additional information or pictures, please inquire.

Theosophical Pub House. Good. 1969. Softcover. 0835600025 . Soft cover published by Theosophical Publishing House in 1969. Covers have some stains and some scuffing, with some tanning around edges. Bottom corners are bumped some. Book is in good condition. 8vo, 183 pages, .4 lb.; A Quest Book; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 183 pages .