Can you recommend a comprehensive book on Polynesian mythology?

December 25, 2016 3:53 PM

I am interested in finding a book that is a good introduction to the differences and similarities of the mythologies of the many Polynesian islands. Can you recommend something that is for adult readers, but not overly academic?
posted by abirdinthehand to Society & Culture (1 answer total)

Best answer: This is not quite what you're looking for but you may be interested in it nevertheless.

Vaka Moana looks at how the Pacific was settled by early Polynesian navigators. It also looks at shared place names and (from what I remember) it does have some parts about the mythology of the various islands.
posted by poxandplague at 5:14 PM on December 25, 2016 [2 favorites]