Remembering Our Intimacies: Mo'olelo, Aloha 'Aina, and Ea (Indigenous Americas)

Are you ready to dive deep into the rich history and culture of Native Hawai’i? Look no further than "Remembering Our Intimacies: Mo'olelo, Aloha 'Aina, and Ea (Indigenous Americas)"! This groundbreaking book by Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio delves into the complexity of Native Hawaiian relationality and belonging, offering a fresh perspective on the concept of aloha ‘āina.

While Western interpretations have often reduced aloha ‘āina to concepts of nationalism and patriotism, "Remembering Our Intimacies" approaches it from a personal and embodied standpoint. Osorio skillfully weaves together Hawaiian knowledge, Indigenous queer theory, and Indigenous feminisms to reclaim Native Hawaiian concepts around relationality, desire, and belonging, firmly rooted in the land, memory, and the body of Native Hawai’i.

This book presents a powerful case for (re)membering Indigenous forms of intimacies, using the metaphor of a ‘upena—a net of intimacies that captures the complexity of relationships for Kānaka Maoli. By closely examining the moʻolelo (history and literature) of Hiʻiakaikapoliopele, Osorio provides valuable context and interpretation of Hawaiian intimacy and desire, shedding light on its significance in Kānaka Maoli epistemology and its profound implications for Hawaiian, as well as other Indigenous, futures.

Through its thought-provoking content, "Remembering Our Intimacies" exposes the connections between the policing of Indigenous bodies, intimacies, and desires, the erosion of Indigenous governance, and the ongoing displacement of Indigenous people. This book challenges dominant narratives and invites readers to reimagine the possibilities of a more inclusive and just world.

If you're passionate about Indigenous cultures, decolonization, and the pursuit of knowledge, "Remembering Our Intimacies" is a must-read. Expand your horizons and gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of aloha ‘āina. Take the first step towards a more connected and inclusive future by ordering your copy today!