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The Maori Canoe
Paperback
Australia & OceaniaAnthropology
ISBN13: 9781025827315
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 324
Weight: 1.00
Height: 0.68 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The text delves into the technical aspects of canoe construction, detailing the selection of timber, the tools employed in carving, and the complex rigging and propulsion systems used for coastal and blue-water navigation. Beyond the physical structure, The Maori Canoe examines the deep-seated spiritual beliefs and ceremonial rituals associated with the building and launching of these vessels. Best documents the traditional chants, the role of the tohunga (expert), and the symbolism found in the elaborate carvings that adorned the prow and stern pieces.
As a foundational text in Pacific maritime history, this work offers invaluable insights into the navigational prowess of the Polynesian ancestors and the central role that maritime technology played in the social and military life of the M?ori. It remains an essential resource for those interested in New Zealand history, indigenous engineering, and the cultural heritage of the Pacific.
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