Heirs of a Lost Race by Francis F. Pitard


Heirs of a Lost Race
Title : Heirs of a Lost Race
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ISBN : -
Language : English
Format Type : Kindle Edition
Number of Pages : 361
Publication : First published April 1, 2002

For Polynesians, Tici, Teke, or Tiki is the sacred origin of all knowledge. In the Andes, Kon Tici means "Son of the Sun." What a remarkable coincidence! Kon Tici had the courage to live with a superb, unshakable ethic of peace. Along his breathtaking journey, he meets a young Polynesian woman, Hina of the Valley. Born with a noble heart, motivated by her tremendous respect for nature, self-reliant, and driven by constant love for her people, she matures quickly, and becomes a priestess second to none. Heirs of a Lost Race is the love story of Kon Tici and Hina of the Valley that should inspire, give a model of ethics, and provide hope and optimism. They are from different worlds, races, cultures and beliefs, leading to a breathtaking encounter. Within a microcosm of the South Pacific, forgotten values with universal reach are explored. Around the characters there is a constant powerful, spiritual and cosmic presence. The characters feel that presence, which adds a mysterious touch to their story and behavior.

Heirs of a Lost Race Reviews

  • Susan

    Anyone who is interested in Polynesian settlement would find this book intriguing, in my opinion. The premise of the story is that people pushed out of South America got separated as they navigated the Pacific. (The author admits to be a fan of Thor Hyderdahl. This is not one of my favorite aspects of the novel.) One of the main characters arrives on a Polynesian island where he meets the daughter of the chief. Of course, a love story ensues. What I found to be the strengths of the novel were the details about everyday Polynesian life. In passing, the author describes daily dress and ceremonial dress. There are also descriptions of birds and why some are more revered than others. The story itself is ok. The character development is weak. What I really like is the application of what is known about traditional Polynesian societies. I look forward to reading the sequel in which the main characters travel to Rapa Nui (Easter Island). I can't tell from this first book if that island was already settled or if they are the first settlers. (One of the characters introduced towards the end of this novel is Hotu Matu'a. Could it be THE Hotu Matu'a?)