Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Ancient History of the Maori, His Mythology and Traditions V1: Horo-Uta or Taki-Tumu Migration"" by John White is a detailed account of the ancient history, mythology, and traditions of the Maori people. The book focuses on the Horo-Uta or Taki-Tumu migration, which is considered to be one of the most significant events in the Maori history.The author, John White, was a prominent New Zealand ethnographer and historian who had a deep understanding of Maori culture and traditions. In this book, he provides a comprehensive overview of the Maori people's origins, their migration to New Zealand, and their customs and beliefs.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Maori history and culture. The first chapter provides an overview of the Maori people's origins and their migration to New Zealand. The subsequent chapters delve into the Maori mythology, including their creation stories and legends.The book also explores the Maori customs and traditions, including their social structure, art, and music. The author provides detailed descriptions of the Maori way of life, including their food, clothing, and housing.Overall, ""The Ancient History of the Maori, His Mythology and Traditions V1: Horo-Uta or Taki-Tumu Migration"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Maori history and culture. The book provides a detailed and insightful look into the Maori people's rich and fascinating history, mythology, and traditions.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.