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Reed, A. W. 1908-1979.

He Atua, he tangata : the world of Māori mythology / World of Māori mythology A. W. Reed, revised by Ross Calman. - Third edition. - Auckland, New Zealand : Oratia Books, 2021. - 400 pages ; 25 cm

Includes bibliographical references.

Creation -- Ngā atua : the Māori pantheon -- Overworlds and underworlds -- The Māui cycle -- The tāwhaki cycle -- Iwi atua : supernatural peoples -- He tipua : ogres and ogresses -- Taniwha and giant birds -- Legends of earth -- Legends of ocean -- Legends of sky -- Tohunga and mākutu -- Legends of giants and flying men -- Legends of love and endurance.

A fully revised edition of the authoritative work of Maori myths and legends. Esteemed editor Ross Calman (Ngati Raukawa, Ngati Toa, Kai Tahu) has further revised the Reed Book of Maori Mythology to blend story, source and commentary into a captivating collection. Published in a distinguished hardback, this work will provide a valuable source of reading and reference for years to come.

ISBN: 9780947506889 0947506888

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Maori (New Zealand people)--Folklore.
Legends--New Zealand.
Mythology, Maori.
Pūrākau.
Atua.
Ao wairua.
Māui.
Taniwha.
Mākutu.

LC Class. No.: GR375 / .R415 2021

Dewey Class. No.: 398.2