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LEGENDS OF AOTEAROA
MĀORI MYTHS AND TALES
Māori legendsNew Zealand folkloreAotearoa mythologyMāori cultureMythical creaturesTaniwhaMāui storiesKiwi birdTongariro National ParkLake TaupōMāori creation mythsNew Zealand historyLove and rivalrySpiritual connection to natureSacred mountainsIndigenous storytellingPerseverance and sacrificeCultural heritageNew Zealand landscapes
Legends of Aotearoa takes readers on a captivating journey through the ancient myths and stories of the Māori people, the indigenous culture of New Zealand. This collection of timeless legends introduces readers to powerful tales of perseverance, love, rivalry, and respect for nature. From Māui's daring feats, like slowing the sun and fishing up the North Island, to the tragic battle of the mountains and the selfless sacrifice of the kiwi bird, each story offers deep insight into Māori values and their connection to the natural world.
Beautifully woven with the landscapes of Aotearoa, this book explores the origins of sacred sites like Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupō, and Wellington Harbour. Through these legendary tales, readers are invited to discover the spiritual heart of New Zealand and the powerful forces that have shaped its land and culture.
Perfect for anyone interested in mythology, indigenous stories, or New Zealand’s unique heritage, Legends of Aotearoa is both a tribute to the past and a source of inspiration for today.
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