Explore how Maori myth meets ancient Hindu ideas in a landmark study of traditional lore. This non-fiction work surveys myths, rock paintings, and sagas to show how early Polynesian storytelling absorbed far-flung ideas while keeping a distinct voice. Read about creation tales, legendary creatures, and the way legends travel across oceans to shape a people’s beliefs.
- Discover how myths weave together local legends and distant Hindu imagery.
- See how stories reflect natural landmarks, caves, lakes, and sacred mountains.
- Learn how priests and warriors used songs, spells, and ritual practices in legendary tales.
- Understand the scientist’s view of folklore through careful collection and careful comparison.
Ideal for readers of anthropology, myth, and the history of cross-cultural exchange.
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Excerpt from The Aryan Maori
Introduction; Language; Animals, Customs, Etc; Mythology; Time of Migration, Etc; An Esoteric Language; Conclusion; Appendix
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of language and mythology to uncover a compelling theory: the Maori people of New Zealand are descended from the ancient Aryans. The author skillfully weaves together linguistic analysis and ancient folklore to argue that the Maori language contains remnants of a long-lost Aryan tongue, preserved in surprising purity. The reader is taken on a journey through the roots of words, tracing their origins from Sanskrit to Maori, Greek, and Latin. This book goes beyond mere word comparisons, exploring the cultural and historical implications of this linguistic link. The author examines Maori myths and traditions, finding echoes of ancient Aryan beliefs and practices, suggesting a connection to the broader Indo-European cultural sphere that extends far beyond language. This book provides a unique perspective on the origins of the Maori people, challenging traditional notions and offering a new understanding of their place within the global tapestry of human history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330387467_0
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