Te Koparapara

An accessible introduction to Māori culture, history, and society from an indigenous perspective. Te Kōparapara. allows the Māori world to speak for itself through 21 illustrated chapters by leading scholars. Explore Māori culture, including tikanga, pōwhiri, and tangihanga; Māori history, from waka migration to protest and urbanization; and contemporary Māori society, including education, health, political economy, and identity. Discover Māori tikanga on and off the marae. Understand key rituals like pōwhiri and tangihanga. Trace Māori history from creation to today. With images, maps, diagrams, songs, and sayings, this is an essential resource for anyone seeking a deeper insight into the indigenous people of Aotearoa New Zealand. For professional and scholarly audiences.