This revised edition of the classic A.W. Reed title remains true to the original vision - to create a highly readable and accessible introduction to the traditional life and customs of Maori.

The text is arranged alphabetically and includes: Entries covering agriculture, fishing, gardening, hunting, games, building, craft, forest lore and ceremony - all the known elements of pre-European Maori life. Explanations for myths, legends and stories of the gods. Colour photographs of preserved Maori artefacts. Detailed line drawings revealing domestic objects and tools. Line illustrations depicting typical scenes from Maori life.
Buddy Mikaere of Ngati Pukenga and Ngati Ranginui descent is a well-respected historian and has published widely in his specialist field of 19th century race relations and on Maori history in general.