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Our Maoris (1884)

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Our Maoris is a book written by Catherine Martin in 1884 that offers a comprehensive account of the Maori people, their culture, and their history. The author, who was a missionary in New Zealand, provides a detailed description of the Maori way of life, including their customs, beliefs, and social organization. The book covers a wide range of topics, including Maori mythology, religion, art, and language. It also discusses the impact of European colonization on the Maori people and their struggle for independence. The author's deep respect and admiration for the Maori people are evident throughout the book, and she presents a sympathetic and nuanced portrayal of their culture and traditions. Our Maoris is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Maori history and culture, as well as for scholars of anthropology, sociology, and colonial studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781164886013
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 238
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 191x235x13 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 417 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 9. december 2024

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Our Maoris is a book written by Catherine Martin in 1884 that offers a comprehensive account of the Maori people, their culture, and their history. The author, who was a missionary in New Zealand, provides a detailed description of the Maori way of life, including their customs, beliefs, and social organization. The book covers a wide range of topics, including Maori mythology, religion, art, and language. It also discusses the impact of European colonization on the Maori people and their struggle for independence. The author's deep respect and admiration for the Maori people are evident throughout the book, and she presents a sympathetic and nuanced portrayal of their culture and traditions. Our Maoris is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Maori history and culture, as well as for scholars of anthropology, sociology, and colonial studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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