Category Archives: Folktales

The Hawaiian Naupaka Legend

Posted on December 2, 2015 by nicholasbeatty

(This legend tells the story about the two Hawaiian flowers, Mountain Naupaka, and Ocean Naupaka. The flowers are extremely similar in their half-shape, appearing as if each completes the other.) There once was a Hawaiian maiden who lived high on … Continue reading →

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Uncle Bouki and Ti Malice: A Haitian Folktale

Posted on March 15, 2014 by nicholasbeatty

This fine tale of Uncle Bouki and Ti Malice is one of many that entertain both young and old alike in Haiti. It seems as if Uncle Bouki is always getting into some kind of trouble… we all know an … Continue reading →

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