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Large 9780143567929

The Raupo Concise Maori Dictionary by A. W. Reed; Timoti Karetu (Revised by); Ross Calman (Revised by)

$25.00 NZD

Category: Maori

The Raupo Concise Maori Dictionaryis an invaluable reference work, providing an essential list of words and their equivalents in Maori and English. First published in 1948, the dictionary has been revised and updated numerous times since, giving testimony to its ongoing reliability as a reference guide to everyday Maori words. It also includes a guide to the pronunciation of Maori and lists of useful vocabulary. ...Show more

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Large 9780143504511

Illustrated Maori Myths and Legends by Queenie Rikihana Hyland

$32.00 NZD

Category: Maori

Queenie Rikihana Hyland here brings together a collection of her favourite Maori myths and legends - from the creation and the ever-popular mischief-making of Maui, to the great love stories of Hinemoa and Tutanekai, and Turongo and Mahinarangi. The stories are brought to life by the vivid illustrations of Patrick Puru. Illustrated Maori Myths and Legends is a stunning addition to any bookshelf, be that of a child or an adult. Experience it as part of a group being read to or read it alone - either way the stories and the illustrations will fascinate, interest and intrigue readers of all ages. ...Show more

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Large 9781869535933

Nga Tama Toa: The Price of Citizenship: C Company 28 (Maori) Battalion 1939-1945 by Monty Soutar

$49.99 NZD

Category: Maori

The fascinating story of C Company, Maori Battalion told through personal recollections, eyewitness accounts, numerous anecdotes and amazing photographs. At times heart-rending, at times heart-warming, this impressive book captures the special 'spirit' of the Maori Battalion - an amazing book that docum ents the stories of those who were actually there. ...Show more

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Maori Healing and Herbal. New Zealand Ethnobotanical Sourcebook by Murdoch Riley

$110.00 NZD

Category: Maori | Reading Level: near fine

A comprehensive study of the healing arts of the Maori from the time before contact with Europeans till the present. One section lists individual diseases and injuries in alphabetical order, describing traditional treatments and frequently referring to aspects of Maori astronomy and religion. The bulk o f the book is a herbal, giving descriptions of more than 200 plants and their uses. References to material recorded in print is given in chronological order. For many plants there is a discussion of relationships with botanical families to which the plant belongs and a description of medicinal uses through other parts of the world.  This book details New Zealand and world medicinal information according to the particular botanical family. An award winning book with wide appeal, also a recommended textbook for students. There are more than 200 colour plates. ...Show more

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