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THIS listing of new books about Hawaii or by Hawaii writers is published on the last Friday monthly. Isle Pages
Susan Scott and Craig Thomas love Hawaii, really they do. But they have developed something of an expertise on its hazards."Pests of Paradise: First Aid and Medical Treatment of Injuries from Hawaii's Animals": By Susan Scott and Craig Thomas (University of Hawai'i Press); 191 pages; paperback; ISBN 0-8248-2252-8; $19.95
"Pests of Paradise: First Aid and Medical Treatment of Injuries from Hawaii's Animals" is the latest in a trio of books designed to help emergency room personnel, parents, educators and others identify and treat injury and illness.
"All Stings Considered: First Aid and Medical Treatment of Hawaii's Marine Injuries" was the pair's first medical reference book. In its wake, they were bombarded with questions on everything from the dangers of plumeria sap to bee stings. So they wrote two more books.
"Poisonous Plants of Paradise: First Aid and Medical Treatment of Injuries from Hawaii's Plants" was released this month and covered in the Honolulu Star-Bulletin's June 2 garden column. "Pests" is due out in September and details injuries and illnesses from Hawaii's animals.
If creepy, crawly critters give you the heebie geebies, the book may be an uncomfortable read. Electron micrograph depictions of insects are illustrative, but also make the creatures look fearsome. Press on though, and you'll find a wealth of information.
The authors give first-aid treatment advice in all cases where it applies. They address home remedy myths, like meat tenderizer for bee stings (studies have found no benefit). And they include an advanced medical treatment section in each case to help professionals diagnose and treat these injuries.
Every creature from the nearly invisible mite to the wild pig is included. The book also has general information about proper first aid. Like the other guides, "Pests" includes both statistical information and interesting anecdotes.
Thomas is an emergency care physician and Scott is a researcher and author of the Star-Bulletin's Oceanwatch column.
-- Stephanie Kendrick
John White, an avid surfer and former Star-Bulletin music reviewer, gives an insider's glimpse about the fluidity of life in Hawaii, painting through his series of short essays a vivid picture of such accidental inhabitants as 19th century castaway John Young to New Age scammers to "Wave-Riding Hydroponic Man."Fellow writer Paul Theroux says of White's "Short-Timers in Paradise," "Like surfing, the sport of walking on water, this book too embodies the mystery and glory of the islands."
-- Nadine Kam
Jerry and Janine Sprout divide their time between California and Kauai, but it's obvious they know the Garden Island well. This book offers an intimate peek at heiau, movie locations, farmer's markets, wildlife sanctuaries, reefs and waterfalls, whether one chooses to make the journey on foot, through water or by automobile.The book starts by asking "What do you want to do today?" The accompanying list of options include "Souvenir Shopping," "Museums and Attractions," "Free Hula Shows," "Sea Ventures," "Places to Watch Surfers," "Places to Paddle in Privacy," "Birdwatcher Hikes" at Kilauea Lighthouse and Hanalei Wildlife Refuge, and more. Refer back to the Trailhead Directory for the appropriate pages
Kauai is a small island and, at a glimpse, one that's easy to get to know. This book allows you to find out all the sites you've missed.
-- Nadine Kam
Local Best Sellers
CHILDREN'S
1. "Hawaiian Flowers Cut-out Paper Dolls," Yuko Green, Island Heritage (2)
2. "Hawaiian Marine Life Color & Activity Book," Yuko Green, Island Heritage (3)
3. "Limu -- The Blue Turtle," Kimo Armitage, Island Heritage (4)
4. "Golden Children of Hawaii Cut-Out Dolls," Yuko Green, Island Heritage (5)
5. "Goodnight Gecko," Gill McBarnet, Ruwanga Trading (6)
6. "Baby Honu Saves The Day," Tammy Yee, Island Heritage (10)
7. "Baby Honu's Incredible Journey," Tammy Yee, Island Heritage (7)
8. "Fishes of Hawaii," Susan & Thomas Kelly, The Bess Press (8)
9. "Hide and Seek in Hawaii," Jane Hopkis & Ian Gillespie, Mutual Publishing (1)
10. "Kid Stuff About Ocean Creatures," Wren, Wren Mutual Publishing
GIFT AND TRAVEL
1. "Ultimate Kauai Guidebook, 3rd Edition," Andrew Doughty and Harriet Friedman, Wizard Publications
2. "Sam Choy's Kitchen," Sam Choy Mutual Publishing (1)
3. "Hawaii Big Island Revealed, 2nd Edition," Andrew Doughty and Harriet Freidman, Wizard Publications
4. "Maui's Hana Highway," Angela Kay Kepler, Mutual Publishing (5)
5. "Viewbook Oahu," Douglas Peebles, Naturally Native (2)
6. "Hawaii," Douglas Peebles, Mutual Publishing (6)
7. "From the Skies-Kauai," Chris Cook, Mutual Publishing (4)
8. "Scenic Viewbook -- Kauai," Ann Cecil, Island Heritage
9. "Growing Fruits in Hawaii: Also Herbs, Nuts and Seeds," Kathy Oshiro, Bess Press (3)
10. "Pidgin To Da Max," Douglas Simonson, The Bess Press
HAWAIIANA
1. "New Pocket Hawaiian Dictionary," Mary Kawena Pukui et al., University of Hawaii Press (2)
2. "Hawaiian Dictionary: Hawaiian-English and English-Hawaiian," Mary Kawena Pukui & Samuel H. Elbert, University of Hawaii Press (9)
3. "Hawaiian Journey," Joseph Mullins, Mutual Publishing (1)
4. "Hawaii's Best Spooky Tales: True Local Spine-Tinglers," Rick Carroll, The Bess Press
5. "Glen Grant's Chicken Skin Tales," Glen Grant, Mutual Publishing (3)
6. "Hawaiian Names, English Names," Eileen Root, Press Pacifica (6)
7. "Obake: Ghost Stories In Hawaii," Glen Grant, Mutual Publishing (5)
8. "By Wind, By Wave," David L. Eyre, Bess Press (8)
9. "Images of Hawaii's Flowers," Meri Ishikawa, Hawaiian Service
10. "Waikiki Yesteryear," Glen Grant, Mutual Publishing (7)
LITERATURE
1. "Pearl Harbor: The Way It Was," Scott Stone, Island Heritage (8)
2. "Mark Twain In Hawaii," Mark Twain, Mutual Publishing (4)
3. "Shoal of Time: A History of the Hawaiian Islands," Gavan Daws, University of Hawaii Press
4. "Myths and Legends of Hawaii," W.D. Westervelt, Mutual Publishing (2)
5. "Honolulu Mysteries," Glen Grant, Mutual Publishing (10)
6. "The Tattoo," Chris McKinney, Mutual Publishing (7)
7. "Dusty Exile," Catherine Harris, Mutual Publishing
8. "Legends & Myths Of Hawaii," David Kalakaua, Mutual Publishing
9. "Teller of Hawaiian Tales," Eric Knudsen, Mutual Publishing
10. "Polynesian Family System," E.S. Craighill Handy, Mutual Publishing (9)
REFERENCE
1. "Pocket Guide To Hawaii's Flowers," Leland Miyano, Mutual Publishing (1)
2. "Pocket Guide to Hawaii's Birds," H. Douglas Pratt, Mutual Publishing (2)
3. "Pocket Guide to Hawaii's Trees and Shrubs," H. Douglas Pratt, Mutual Publishing (4)
4. "Hawaii's Fishes," John Hoover, Mutual Publishing (3)
5. "Student Atlas of Hawaii," James O. and Sonia P. Juvik, and Thomas R. Paradise, Bess Press
6. "Poakalani Hawaiian Quilt Cushion Patterns Vol. II," Poakalani and John Serrao, Mutual Publishing (6)
7. "Handy Hawaiian Dictionary," John F. G. Stokes, Mary Kawena Pukui, Henry P. Judd, Mutual Publishing (10)
8. "Pocket Guide to Hawaii's Underwater Paradise," John Hoover, Mutual Publishing
9, "Poakalani Hawaiian Quilt Cushion Patterns Vol. I," Poakalani and John Serrao, Mutual Publishing (7)
10. "The Illustrated Atlas of Hawaii," Daws Bushnell & Berger, Island Heritage
These are best-selling books in Hawaii during May 2000. Figures are courtesy of the Hawaii Book Publishers Association and Bookline distributors, and reflect sales by Hawaii-based publishers. Numbers in parentheses indicate a title's previous ranking. Read All About It presents news and notices about Hawaii's literary scene. Send items -- at least two weeks in advance of publication date -- to Read All About It, P.O. Box 3080, Honolulu, Hawaii 96802. Read All About It
AUTHOR SIGNINGS
"The Creativity Book"
Borders, Ward
By Eric Maisel, 7 p.m. Thursday."Highland Lovesong"
Borders, Waikele
By Penelope Neri, noon Aug. 5."Student Atlas of hawaii"
Borders, Waikele
By James Juvik, UH-Hilo professor, 4 p.m. Aug. 5."Surf Clowns"
Borders, Waikele
By Lyon Leslie, noon Aug. 12.
SPECIAL
"One By One-Screen or Bamboo Stamp Printing"
Native Books & Beautiful Things at Ward Warehouse, 596-8885
With Phillip Markwart, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday.Young Authors' Sharing Group
Borders, Waikele
Children grades 1-6 can join Kim Anderson of Kim's Kids' Picks, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday."Double Paws Wear Silk Screen Design and Cutting"
Native Books & Beautiful Things at Ward Warehouse, 596-8885
With Andrea Weymouth-Fujie, 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday.Hawaiian Nose Flute
Native Books & Beautiful Things at Ward Warehouse, 596-8885
2-4 p.m. Thursday."Soulfood: A Memoir Writing Workshop"
5079 Poola St.; 373-4779
With Leslie Kirk Campbell, Punahou graduate who founded the Ripe Fruit School of Creative Writing, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. tomorrow. Call to register.
CONTINUING
Writers Support Group
Borders Waikele; 676-6699
Meets 3 p.m. first Friday of each month.
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