Photography by Sean Sarmiento
In this legend, robbers make it difficult for travelers to pass through the valley, until a small group stands up to them.
The Ka‘ena Aloha Series contains eight traditional Hawaiian legends about the Wai‘anae coast on the island of O‘ahu. Each story features photographers and models from their respective moku, who donated their time and work to recreate the nearly lost stories of ancient Hawai‘i.
Published by Hi‘ohia Publishing. Distributed by Kamehameha Publishing.
Hardcover. 2012. 8 x 10". 42 pp.