Legends of the Maori: Mythology, Folk-Lore, Tradition and Poetry (1930) Author(s): Maui Pomare and James Cowan. Two volumes
Legends of the Maori: Mythology, Folk-Lore, Tradition and Poetry (1930) Author(s): Maui Pomare and James Cowan. Two volumes
from Cadsonbury Christchurch 2014
Softcover Facsimile reprints, originally published 1930. Both volumes in excellent condition, no inscriptions, minor marks. b/w illustrations in both. Volume 1 [446 pages] is divided into three sections, designed to present a general survey of Maori-Polynesian tradition and belief:
A series of typical legends, folktales and tribal historical narratives, and a collection of the poetry of the race. Includes new Index. Volume 2- A comprehensive and authoritative collection of Maori folklore and tradition with artistic illustrations by Stuart Peterson. First published in 1930 without an index, this is a facsimile reprint of the original text with a substantial and completely new index. Includes folding genealogy chart of the principal families of Ngati Toa.
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