Tunaroa
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Tunaroa
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Author : Paulette Tamati-Elliffe
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2015
Tunaroa written by Paulette Tamati-Elliffe and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015 with Eels categories.
This book tells one of the stories depicted in the whakairo/carvings found in the wharekai at Te Rau Aroha marae in Bluff. The whānau at Awarua share these to help keep these stories alive.
The Ancient History Of The Maori
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Author : John White
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1887
The Ancient History Of The Maori written by John White and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1887 with Legends categories.
The Ancient History Of The Maori Horo Uta Or Taki Tumu Migration
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Author : John White
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1887
The Ancient History Of The Maori Horo Uta Or Taki Tumu Migration written by John White and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1887 with Maori (New Zealand people) categories.
" ... An official collection of Māori historical traditions"--BIM.
Maui Slows The Sun And Maui Defeats Tuna Roa
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2005
Maui Slows The Sun And Maui Defeats Tuna Roa written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Caricatures and cartoons categories.
Retelling of two traditional Maori tales presented in graphic novel format. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.
Legends Of Maui A Demi God Of Polynesia And Of His Mother Hina
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Author : William Drake Westervelt
language : en
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
Release Date : 1920
Legends Of Maui A Demi God Of Polynesia And Of His Mother Hina written by William Drake Westervelt and has been published by Library of Alexandria this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1920 with Hina (Hawaiian diety) categories.
Four brothers, each bearing the name of Maui, belong to Hawaiian legend. They accomplished little as a family, except on special occasions when the youngest of the household awakened his brothers by some unexpected trick which drew them into unwonted action. The legends of Hawaii, Tonga, Tahiti, New Zealand and the Hervey group make this youngest Maui "the discoverer of fire" or "the ensnarer of the sun" or "the fisherman who pulls up islands" or "the man endowed with magic," or "Maui with spirit power." The legends vary somewhat, of course, but not as much as might be expected when the thousands of miles between various groups of islands are taken into consideration. Maui was one of the Polynesian demi-gods. His parents belonged to the family of supernatural beings. He himself was possessed of supernatural powers and was supposed to make use of all manner of enchantments. In New Zealand antiquity a Maui was said to have assisted other gods in the creation of man. Nevertheless Maui was very human. He lived in thatched houses, had wives and children, and was scolded by the women for not properly supporting his household. The time of his sojourn among men is very indefinite. In Hawaiian genealogies Maui and his brothers were placed among the descendants of Ulu and "the sons of Kii," and Maui was one of the ancestors of Kamehameha, the first king of the united Hawaiian Islands. This would place him in the seventh or eighth century of the Christian Era. But it is more probable that Maui belongs to the mist-land of time. His mischievous pranks with the various gods would make him another Mercury living in any age from the creation to the beginning of the Christian era. The Hervey Island legends state that Maui's father was "the supporter of the heavens" and his mother "the guardian of the road to the invisible world." In the Hawaiian chant, Akalana was the name of his father. In other groups this was the name by which his mother was known. Kanaloa, the god, is sometimes known as the father of Maui. In Hawaii Hina was his mother. Elsewhere Ina, or Hina, was the grandmother, from whom he secured fire. The Hervey Island legends say that four mighty ones lived in the old world from which their ancestors came. This old world bore the name Ava-iki, which is the same as Hawa-ii, or Hawaii. The four gods were Mauike, Ra, Ru, and Bua-Taranga. It is interesting to trace the connection of these four names with Polynesian mythology. Mauike is the same as the demi-god of New Zealand, Mafuike. On other islands the name is spelled Mauika, Mafuika, Mafuia, Mafuie, and Mahuika. Ra, the sun god of Egypt, is the same as Ra in New Zealand and La (sun) in Hawaii. Ru, the supporter of the heavens, is probably the Ku of Hawaii, and the Tu of New Zealand and other islands, one of the greatest of the gods worshiped by the ancient Hawaiians. The fourth mighty one from Ava-ika was a woman, Bua-taranga, who guarded the path to the underworld. Talanga in Samoa, and Akalana in Hawaii were the same as Taranga. Pua-kalana (the Kalana flower) would probably be the same in Hawaiian as Bua-taranga in the language of the Society Islands.
Reed Book Of Maori Mythology
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Author : Alexander Wyclif Reed
language : en
Publisher: Raupo
Release Date : 2004
Reed Book Of Maori Mythology written by Alexander Wyclif Reed and has been published by Raupo this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Social Science categories.
The Reed Book of Maori Mythology is a new, updated and revised version of A.W. Reed's classic A Treasury of Maori Folklore (1963). These vivid and entertaining stories have been revised by Ross Calman, and can now be enjoyed by a new generation of readers. The book tells the stories of the creation of the universe, of Rangi and Papa and the children of earth and sky, of the demigods Maui and Tawhaki, of supernatural monsters and fairies, and of heroes and lovers. For centuries Maori were isolated from the rest of the Polynesian world - indeed, from the rest of the world - and subsequently developed a remarkably rich, and in many ways unique, mythology. Far from being just entertainment - and the stories are very entertaining - these stories are part of a living, breathing culture. They are part of our heritage, both Maori and Pakeha."
Horo Uta Or Taki Tumu Migration
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Author : John White
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1887
Horo Uta Or Taki Tumu Migration written by John White and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1887 with Legends categories.
"... An official collection of Māori historical traditions"--BIM.
Eels And Humans
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Author : Katsumi Tsukamoto
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2013-10-29
Eels And Humans written by Katsumi Tsukamoto and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-29 with Science categories.
This book explains much of what is known currently about freshwater eels, focusing on social and cultural aspects as well as science. A wealth of eel-related material is presented by scientists from around the world, including information on eel fishing, resources, distribution, aquaculture, economics, cuisine, environment and ecosystems, idioms, arts and crafts, tradition, legends, mythology, archaeology and even memorial services. Eels are important as food for humankind and are an interesting model for scientists studying animal migration and reproductive ecology. Their snake-like morphology differentiates them from most other fish, and their unpredictable behaviour that allows them to move over wet land and climb rocks adjacent to waterfalls attracts attention and evokes curiosity. Eels are therefore considered to be enigmatic creatures or metaphysical entities beyond human intelligence; indeed, they have been deified in parts of the world. In recent decades, however, with global populations of eels in sharp decline, some species face a real threat of extinction, and effective conservation strategies and measures are needed. Comparisons across these issues between various countries provide an image of a long-lasting relationship between eels and humankind, and encourage comprehensive and detailed understanding of eels from the perspectives of social, cultural and natural sciences. By promoting understanding of the close relationship between eels and humans, the broader public is engaged and public awareness of eel importance raised, helping to conserve these unique but endangered fish.
Myths And Legends Of The Polynesians
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Author : Johannes Carl Andersen
language : en
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Release Date : 1995-01-01
Myths And Legends Of The Polynesians written by Johannes Carl Andersen and has been published by Courier Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995-01-01 with Social Science categories.
Authoritative recounting of myths and legends — gods and creation, nature and supernatural, love and war, revenge, more — plus a lively commentary on Polynesian life and culture. 77 illustrations.
Legends Of Ma Ui A Demi God Of Polynesia And Of His Mother Hina
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Author : W. D. Westervelt
language : en
Publisher: Good Press
Release Date : 2019-12-04
Legends Of Ma Ui A Demi God Of Polynesia And Of His Mother Hina written by W. D. Westervelt and has been published by Good Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-12-04 with Fiction categories.
This book is a retelling of legends featuring the well-known Polynesian mythological character, Māui (Maui), who is regarded as a significant cultural hero and trickster. His origins and exploits vary among different Polynesian cultures, but many of his main achievements remain similar. Māui's feats and adventures are recounted throughout much of Polynesia, with some stories tracing back as far as islands off New Guinea. Some of his most famous exploits include obtaining fire for humans from the underworld, fishing up islands with his magical hook, and capturing the Sun to lengthen the days.