Ano Ano: The Seed

While growing, the ripe soil of your mind was seeded with many good seeds... and many bad. You had little control over this. Now, you are the one who must take your own mind and choose what seeds to sow and which must be burned away... or the mind will be overrun with weeds. This short work brings concise practices and stories for anyone to apply. It attracted me due to how it applied memetic science to personal psychology, yet long before these concepts ever made it into the realm of science itself. I suggest it for believers and non-believers alike, and can state soundly that it is one of the strongest pulls I have ever felt to come to Hawaii... a trip I have yet to take.

The images and poetry of Kristen Zambucka's book published in 1978 have haunted my imagination for thirty years. This book captures the essence of the spiritualy of the ancient Hawaiians. Mana,the water of life, is achieved through right thoughts deeds and actions. Be careful what want you plant in your mind. Water this image with mana and it will become your reality. These words,the powerful illustrations of native Hawaiians, and photographs in this magical book inspired me.It was the seed planted so many years ago in my imagination by Ms.Zambucka that grew into my historical novel Wai-nani, High Chiefess of Hawaii. Thank you. Linda Ballou

This book was exactly what I needed in my life. I bought it for a research paper that I chose to do about Hawaiian Literature, and I ended up buying a book that would ironically change me as a person. I was amazed. I actually cried at how perfect this book was for me. If you are in search of a sense of security in this world, or just want to really touch base with yourself, you will be so refreshed once you read Ano Ano. I have no doubt in my mind. Peace...

This book is full of deep and universal thruths. Full of great inspirational and spiritual thought-provoking ideas. "The fruit is already in the seed." Many of us would need to read it several times to understand and appreciate this wonderful book. Great gift idea for anyone who is seeking...

Ano Ano is an exquisite book of poetry that we all can relate to. Even though it encompasses the belief system of the ancient Hawaiian people, it still reads like it was written today. It addresses goal setting, dealing with a loss of a loved one, feeling lonely, and how to be successful! It's like getting advice from your best friend! Words of wisdom-Hawaiian style! The illustrations are so beautiful-keep it on your coffee table. This is a book to cherish forever! You will find yourself giving it as a gift for others to enjoy!