Te Tohunga the Ancient Legends and Traditions, of the Maoris, Orally Collected and Pictured (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Wilhelm Dittmer

 
9781330337929: Te Tohunga the Ancient Legends and Traditions, of the Maoris, Orally Collected and Pictured (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore ancient Maori legends and sacred landscapes, vividly presented with tales, imagery, and outdoor lore that endure today.


This edition gathers traditional stories and geographic wonders from the Land of Ao-tea-roa, weaving myth with the places where it lives. You’ll encounter the Gate of Death at Te Tatau-o-te-Po, the towering awe of Tongariro-tapu, and the dawn-wind battles of Maui, along with chants and places that tie people to their homeland. The narration blends legend with descriptive passages that bring the terrain, coast, and skies to life.



  • Mythic figures and journeys, including Maui’s fire quest and his battles with the Sun.

  • Sacred sites and ritual landscapes such as Reinga, Tongariro, and other pano events of Maori memory.

  • Poetic laments and ancient poems that illuminate beliefs about life, death, and the world of spirits.

  • Rich, pictorial descriptions of landscape, climate, and the journey of wairua (spirits) after death.


Ideal for readers of myth, folklore, and Pacific travelogues who value culture, history, and evocative storytelling.

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