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Sereno, Aeko. "Images of the Hula Dancer and “Hula Girl”: 1778-1960," University of Hawaii, Manoa, 1990. Advisor: James McCutcheon (2, 23, 3)
This dissertation examines and compares the dominant images of the hula dancer and “hula girl” with that of the Hawaiian commoner. The study is separated into three periods: era of exploration (1778-1819), era of the missionaries 91820-1900), and era of commercialization (1900-1960). Sources include artwork, autobiographies, magazines, newspapers, advertising, and an oral history interview. The research suggests that while the image of the hula dancer is consonant with that of the Hawaiian commoner, the image of the “hula girl” is more closely aligned with the popular stereotype of the Hawaiians.
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