Guided by Stars and Swells: Where Did Polynesians Come From and How Did They Reach Hawaii?Guided by Stars and Swells: Where Did Polynesians Come From and How Did They Reach Hawaii?
Introduction Isolated in the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, the Hawaiian Islands are among the most remote landmasses on Earth. How ancient voyagers reached these islands without modern navigational instruments remains one of the most remarkable human achievements. Far from being accidental castaways, these