The Coming Of The Maori
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Edition: 2nd ed., 5th impr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
The Coming of the Maori presents a comprehensive account of the indigenous people of New Zealand, tracing their Polynesian origins and epic migrations across the Pacific. This authoritative work details the intricate social structures, spiritual beliefs, and artistic traditions that defined Maori society before European contact. Sir Peter Buck, also known as Te Rangi Hiroa, masterfully illustrates the resilience and adaptability of a vibrant culture, offering profound insights into their unique way of life. The narrative chronicles their arrival in Aotearoa and the subsequent development of their distinct identity, making it an essential text for understanding New Zealand's rich cultural heritage.
Author: Te Rangi Hiroa (Sir Peter Buck)
Format: Hardback
Published: 1966, Whitcombe and Tombs Ltd for the Maori Purposes Fund Board
Edition: 2nd ed., 5th impr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
The Coming of the Maori presents a comprehensive account of the indigenous people of New Zealand, tracing their Polynesian origins and epic migrations across the Pacific. This authoritative work details the intricate social structures, spiritual beliefs, and artistic traditions that defined Maori society before European contact. Sir Peter Buck, also known as Te Rangi Hiroa, masterfully illustrates the resilience and adaptability of a vibrant culture, offering profound insights into their unique way of life. The narrative chronicles their arrival in Aotearoa and the subsequent development of their distinct identity, making it an essential text for understanding New Zealand's rich cultural heritage.