Pele and the Rivers of Fire

Color-rich paint and paper collages with playful, easy-to-read text bring the story of Pele to life for children. Pele and the Rivers of Fire introduces Hawaiʻi’s beloved volcano goddess and her siblings in an inspiring tale about personal strength and overcoming adversity. Pele and the Rivers of Fire has been nominated for the Utah Children’s Book Award. _____ Adapted & Illustrated by Michael Nordenstrom, the Associate Librarian and Volunteer Coordinator at the Salt Lake City Public Library. Pele and the Rivers of Fire blends his love for art and anthropology and embodies his belief in preserving legends.  _____ hardcover   |   32 pages   |   11" x 8.5"   |   color   REVIEWS: “This story recounts how Pele journeyed from Tahiti to the Hawaiian Islands accompanied by her shark brother and followed by her sea-goddess sister Namakaikahai... The strength of this work lies with the dramatic collage acrylic and watercolor art dominated by bold oranges and blues.” —Booklist “Author and il