How Maui Defied the Goddess of Death

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A beloved Maori myth about how Maui challenges Hine-nui-te-Po, as told by the iconic author and illustrator Peter Gossage. When one of Maui's uncles dies, Maui sets out to defeat the goddess of death. But death has a few surprises in store for him. This is the final story in Peter Gossage's much-loved Maui series. Read all the Maori myths by Peter Gossage!

Author Bio

Peter Gossage is the storyteller and illustrator of many published works, including myths such as Pania of the Reef and his popular Maui series. His distinctive artistic style is loved by adults and children alike, and his retelling of old myths is done in such a way that they are easily accessible to readers of many ages. Peter currently lives in Auckland.