Favourite Maori Legends
By Reed, A.W. & Calman, Ross
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Maori myths and legends have an important role in transmitting and regenerating traditional knowledge. Yet as Ross
Calman points out in his introduction to this new edition, they are also simply great yarns - reflective of a time when
telling and listening to stories was a key View more
Calman points out in his introduction to this new edition, they are also simply great yarns - reflective of a time when
telling and listening to stories was a key View more
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Favourite Maori Legends
9781877514586
Oratia Books
15 June 2013
EPUB
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160
5.92 MB
2
English
Author Biography
A.W. Reed (1908-1979) was one of New Zealand's most influential writers and publishers. He helped build A.H. & A.W. Reed into the country's leading publisher by the mid-twentieth century, and authored more than 200 books. His works on Maori mythology have served New Zealanders for several generations. Ross Calman (Ngati Raukawa, Ngati Toa, Kai Tahu) is a highly respected author and editor. His works include several books of Maori mythology and history, and Maori-English dictionaries. Ross lives in Wellington, New Zealand, with his wife and two children.