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This standard work of reference . . . continues offering the happy blend of grammar and lexicon.

In a compact and portable format, this dictionary contains more than ten thousand entries and a welcome chapter on grammar, explained in non-technical terms, and a pronunciation guide.

How many place names are there in the Hawaiian Islands? Even a rough estimate is impossible. Hawaiians named taro patches, rocks, trees, canoe landings, resting places in the forests, and the tiniest spots where miraculous events are believed to have taken place. And place names are far from static--names are constantly being given to new houses and buildings, streets and towns, and old names are replaced by new ones. It is essential, then, to...

This abridged and updated version of Place Names of Hawaii is an indispensable guide for both visitor and resident.