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Maori Myths and Legendary Tales
 

Maori Myths and Legendary Tales (Paperback, Reprinted edition 2013)

By Reed, A. W.; Illustrated by Turner, Dennis

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A new edition of this classic collection of Maori myths and legends. Retaining the work of illustrator Dennis Turner, the book is presented with a stunning new cover based on the Rangi & Papa mural by artist Cliff Whiting.

ISBN 9781877246104
Published 1 July 1999 by New Holland Publishers
Interest Age 8-12 years
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A City Recovers
 

A City Recovers (Paperback)

By Press, The

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Fascinating review of Christchurch two years after the earthquakes' devastation with analysis of the social, economic and demographic changes and implications, as well as a photographic record of where the city is at this point. It's two years since the massive Christchurch ea ...

ISBN 9781775533214
Published 3 May 2013 by Random House
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Patched: The History of Gangs in New Zealand
   

Patched: The History of Gangs in New Zealand (Paperback)

By Gilbert, Jarrod

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The Devil's Henchmen throwing Molotov cocktails at the Epitaph Riders in Christchurch's first gang war. Prime Minister Rob Muldoon surrounded by Black Power members at the Royal Tiger Tavern in Wellington. The Magogs and the Mothers, PEP schemes and P dealers, patches and ridgies ...

ISBN 9781869407292
Published 14 May 2013 by Auckland University Press
Interest Age Young Adults
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Pacific Identities and Well-being: Cross-Cultural Perspectives
   

Pacific Identities and Well-being: Cross-Cultural Perspectives (Trade Paperback/Paperback)

Edited by Agee, Margaret; McIntosh, Tracey; Culbertson, Philip; Makasiale, Cabrini 'Ofa

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This anthology addresses the mental health and therapeutic needs of Polynesian and Melanesian people and the scarcity of resources for those working with them. It is divided into four parts - Identity, Therapeutic Practice, Death and Dying, Reflexive Practice - that approach the ...

ISBN 9781877578359
Release Date 1 July 2013 by Otago University Press
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Inequality: A New Zealand Crisis
  

Inequality: A New Zealand Crisis (Paperback)

Edited by Rashbrooke, Max

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A staggering rise in wealth disparity has transformed New Zealand from one of the developed world's most equal nations to one of the most unequal. So dramatic has been this shift from a supposedly egalitarian society that the future has become difficult to grasp. What are the opt ...

ISBN 9781927131510
Release Date 21 June 2013 by Bridget Williams Books
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An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Traditional Maori Life: Taonga Tuku Iho
  

An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Traditional Maori Life: Taonga Tuku Iho (Paperback, Revised edition)

By Reed, A. W.; Edited by Mikaere, Buddy

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The first paperback edition of this classic A.W. Reed title remains true to the original vision - to create a highly accessible reference to the traditional life and customs of Maori. Taonga Tuku Iho translates to 'treasures from the past that have been handed down to us'. Thi ...

ISBN 9781869663612
Published 1 May 2012 by New Holland Publishers
Interest Age Young Adults
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Te Huarahi o te Ora: Maori Mentoring and Pathways to Wellbeing
  

Te Huarahi o te Ora: Maori Mentoring and Pathways to Wellbeing (Paperback)

By Selby, Rachael; Barnes, Alex

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You have to set goals to achieve them! This has been the key message of a whanau focussed mentoring scheme that has connected Ngati Pareraukawa youth back to their marae near Levin. On 15th March "Maori mentoring and pathways to wellbeing: Te Huarahi o te Ora", a book about the p ...

ISBN 9780473197513
Published 15 March 2013
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Te Matapunenga: A Compendium of References to the Concepts and Institutions of Maori Customary Law
 

Te Matapunenga: A Compendium of References to the Concepts and Institutions of Maori Customary Law (Hardback)

Compiled by Benton, Richard; Edited by Frame, Alex; Introduction by Meredith, Paul

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For New Zealand to have a legal system that reflects the best of the values and principles of its two major component cultures, the historical legal practices of both need to be understood. In comparison with the British legal system upon which New Zealand's system is based, info ...

ISBN 9780864738899
Published 7 June 2013 by Victoria University Press
Interest Age Young Adults
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Votes for Women
   

Votes for Women (Paperback)

By Dwyer, Susan 1 in stock at special price

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Young persons guide to how New Zealand women won the right to vote.

ISBN 9780908608652
Published 1 January 1993 by Bush Press Communications Ltd
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The Spirit of Maori Leadership
  

The Spirit of Maori Leadership (Trade Paperback/Paperback)

By Katene, Selwyn

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The book provides insights into and analysis of traditional and contemporary models of Maori leadership. From this, it identifies three connected themes: understanding what makes a good leader, the importance of people and relationships, and the need to formulate a strategic plan ...

ISBN 9781775501213
Release Date 5 July 2013 by Huia Publishers
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