Like the clear morning song of te koparapara, the bellbird, this book
allows the Maori world to speak for itself through an accessible
introduction to Maori culture, history, and society from an indigenous
perspective. In 21 illustrated chapters, leading scholars introduce
Maori culture (including tikanga on and off the marae and key rituals
like powhiri and tangihanga), Maori history (from the beginning of the
world and the waka migration through to Maori protest and urbanization),
and Maori society today (including 21st century issues like education,
health, political economy, and identity). Chapters include a mixture of
images, maps, and diagrams as well as relevant songs and sayings.