Maori Place Names: Their Meanings and Origins

(Paperback, 4th Revised edition)

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Pronounce and understand Maori place names with the new fourth edition of Reeds classic guide to meanings and origins of names across New Zealand. Updated and with maps showing principal names, the new Maori Place Names also reproduces the beautiful illustrations from the original 1950 edition.

Author Bio

A.W. Reed (19081979) was one of New Zealands most influential writers and publishers. He helped build A.H. & A.W. Reed into the countrys leading publisher by the mid-twentieth century, and authored more than 200 books. His works on Maori mythology have served New Zealanders for several generations.