Memories of Duke : the legend comes to life : Duke Paoa Kahanamoku 1890-1968 / by Sandra Kimberley Hall, Gred Ambrose ; foreword by Nadine Kahanamoku
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Credit LineHall, Sandra Kimberley
Object numberBKS.10
DescriptionThe legendary Duke Kahanamoku, one of our century's greatest sports figures, was a multifaceted man--Olympic swimmer, International Father of Modern Surfing, sheriff, movie actor, Hawai'i's Ambassador of Aloha to the world. Memories of Duke: The Legend Come to Life, offers intimate glimpses into Duke's life, in the form of memories from people whose lives he touched, illustrated by more than 130 photographs, many of them rare and never before published. Backed up by careful research, these revealing portraits range from touching and entertaining reminicenscences by his beloved widow to personal anecdotes from beachboys, surfers, friends, strangers, and journalists. By the end of the book, you will think, "I feel I know Duke, and I like him."On View
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