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(Hardback, 3rd Enhanced edition)

By: A.W. Reed

ISBN: 9780947506889
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Oct 2021
Publisher: Oratia Media
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Esteemed editor Ross Calman (Ngati Raukawa, Ngati Toa, Kai Tahu) further revises the Reed Book of Maori Mythology to blend story, source and commentary into a captivating collection. Published in a distinguished hardback, this work will provide a valuable source of reading and reference for years to come.


(Paperback)

By: Brian Easton

ISBN: 9780947506438
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: May 2018
Publisher: Oratia Media
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Brian Easton offers a seminal analysis of Maori in the economy, objectively analysing the main social indicators that reveal the real state of Maori since 1945. This book is an essential reference for policy makers, but it accessible style and plentiful tables also make it easily accessible by general readers.


(Paperback)

By: Christin Lozano

ISBN: 9781990042454
Readership/Audience: Children
Publication Date: Jul 2024
Publisher: Oratia Media
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(Paperback, 4th Facsimile edition)

By: A. W. Reed

ISBN: 9780947506575
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Feb 2019
Publisher: Oratia Media
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A time-honoured and repeatedly published collection of over 20 legends from the Rotorua area A.W. Reed is one of New Zealands most prolific retellers of Mori stories Fine facsimile edition of this Aotearoa classic


(Paperback)

By: Jeff Evans

ISBN: 9780947506155
Readership/Audience: Professional and Scholarly
Publication Date: May 2016
Publisher: Oratia Media
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From the well-known taiaha and mere to the more obscure wahaika and maripi, this is a comprehensive introduction to traditional weapons in use before Europeans reached New Zealand. Maori Weapons is a reliable reference work that is easily accessible to general readers while having particular appeal to students of mo rakau and kapa haka.


(Hardback)

By: Tipene Tim

ISBN: 9780947506148
Readership/Audience: Children
Publication Date: Nov 2016
Publisher: Oratia Media
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This is an imaginative retelling of the beloved legend of Maui catching the sun, set in modern New Zealand. This bilingual English and Te Reo Maori book is suitable for primary age readers, with colourful illustration in a reasonably priced, quality hardback.


(Hardback)

By: Chris Hoult

ISBN: 9781877514470
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Oct 2012
Publisher: Oratia Media
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Chris Hoult immersed himself in the Kiwi tattoo scene from for a year, and brought writer-musician Steve Forbes along for the ride. What they record in New Zealand Tattoo is the view from the studios of New Zealand now, with profiles of leading tattooists including Merv O'Connor, Gordon Hatfield, Monique Mataga and Te Rangitu Netana.


(Hardback)

By: Kahukiwa Robyn

ISBN: 9780947506261
Readership/Audience: Children
Publication Date: May 2017
Publisher: Oratia Media
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*Stunning art and charming text presenting major gods including Maui, Tangaroa, Mahuika and Uenuku *Aimed at children but accesses general and gift markets *Robyn Kahukiwa is the best-known Maori female artist of her generation


(Paperback)

By: Jeff Evans

ISBN: 9780947506056
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Feb 2016
Publisher: Oratia Media
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This is the essential reference work to the traditions of Maori canoes that voyaged to New Zealand - including lists of the waka, names of crew members and vessels, karakia and waiata, and maps. A must for lovers of history, students of Maori and nautical enthusiasts.


(Hardback)

By: Peter Dowling

ISBN: 9780947506353
Readership/Audience: Children
Publication Date: Oct 2017
Publisher: Oratia Media
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Regions of New Zealand takes younger readers on a tour from Northland to Southland. With insights into Maori rohe (regions), olden-day provinces and sports teams. Suitable for school-age kids or visitors.


(Hardback)

By: Paul Harrison

ISBN: 9780947506452
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Mar 2018
Publisher: Oratia Media
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Seek and Destroy is the first official history of the RNZAF's colourful helicopter and reconnaissance squadron. It blends authoritative text by the former Air Force official historian with extensive black & white and colour illustrations, and will appeal to both aviation and military enthusiasts and veterans.


(Paperback)

By: Moana Nepia

ISBN: 9781990042232
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Jan 2023
Publisher: Oratia Media
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Selwyn Muru is a key figure across many forms of modern Maori art. This full-colour hardback pays homage to his work as visual artist, writer, translator and orator, with contributions by esteemed commentators and colleagues, collated by artist and academic Moana Nepia.


(Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)

By: Tessa Duder

ISBN: 9780947506315
Readership/Audience: Young Adult
Publication Date: Apr 2017
Publisher: Oratia Media
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Award-winning author Tessa Duder tells the gripping story of Sir Peter Blake's life for teenage readers, revealing what made him an inspirational leader. The book features boxes backgrounding sailing skills, the America's Cup and other key points, and is richly illustrated with photos from his life (including 8 pages of colour).


(Paperback, Revised ed.)

By: Krzysztof Pfeiffer

ISBN: 9781877514609
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Aug 2013
Publisher: Oratia Media
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Brilliant overview of Māori leadership and history from pre-European times to present day with text in Maori, English and Musqueam (language of the First Nations people of Vancouver)


(Paperback)

By: Krzysztof Pfeiffer

ISBN: 9780947506025
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Feb 2016
Publisher: Oratia Media
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This trilingual publication - in Maori, English and German - provides a colourful and concise introduction to Maori history, present challenges and future aspirations.


(Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)

By: Christopher Pugsley

ISBN: 9780947506384
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Dec 2017
Publisher: Oratia Media
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(Paperback)

By: Clive Fugill

ISBN: 9780947506131
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Oct 2017
Publisher: Oratia Media
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Author Clive Fugill, a master carver with a lifetime of experience, tells the story of tools from mythic origins through the migrations to New Zealand up to the present day, covering all main tools - their materials, manufacture and use - supported by over 80 beautiful line drawings and colour photos.


(Paperback, 4th Revised edition)

By: Christopher Pugsley

ISBN: 9780947506001
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Apr 2025
Publisher: Oratia Media
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This is a new edition of a lauded history of the evolution of New Zealand, Australian and Canadian forces in the First World War, drawing on material from the South African War through to the Western Front. The previous edition (2004) was shortlisted for Montana Book Awards 2005.


(Hardback)

By: Tim Tipene

ISBN: 9781990042317
Readership/Audience: Children
Publication Date: Sep 2023
Publisher: Oratia Media
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*Inventive, original book about a very inventive, original book! *Stunning illustrations in separate English HB and te reo PB *Shows how reading can catch on for reluctant readers


(Paperback)

By: Tania Simpson

ISBN: 9781877514661
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Apr 2014
Publisher: Oratia Media
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A moving personal story of love, loss and prejudice, woven around Wiremu Maopo's service to his country during the First World War


(Hardback)

By: Matthew Wright

ISBN: 9781990042553
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Apr 2024
Publisher: Oratia Media
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(Paperback)

By: Rauhina Cooper

ISBN: 9781990042386
Readership/Audience: Children
Publication Date: Jun 2023
Publisher: Oratia Media
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Moving story of girl with two mums overcoming shyness about whnau Publishing in time for National Schools Pride Week Beautifully illustrated by award-winning Isobel Te Aho-White


(Paperback)

By: Sir Toby Curtis

ISBN: 9781990042300
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Nov 2022
Publisher: Oratia Media
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*Hard-hitting memoir of Maori leader in education and broadcasting *Testament to Sir Toby, who passed away on 17 August 2022 *Mixes personal stories with reflections on NZ society *Lays out vision for lifting Maori educational achievement


(Paperback, 3rd Revised edition)

By: Ross Calman

ISBN: 9780947506162
Readership/Audience: Children
Publication Date: Jun 2016
Publisher: Oratia Media
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A short, balanced introduction to the nation's founding document. In plain language it covers the events around the signing of The Treaty of Waitangi, and what has happened since. Also included is information on the key personalities, a wealth of illustrations, and the full text of the treaty, in English and Maori.

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