| Description |
vi, 270 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm |
| Contents |
Maori origins -- Land and climate -- The people -- Material culture (Fishing gear, harpoons and spear points, bone implements, ornaments, tattooing, clothing, musical instruments, weapons, use of pumice, tools) -- Horticulture -- Domestic animals -- Hunting -- Cannibalism -- Fishing -- Social organisation -- Houses -- Latrines and rubbish dumps -- Fences -- Rituals and beliefs -- Conflict and communication -- Art |
| Notes |
First ed. published 1984 |
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Includes index |
| Bibliography |
Bibliography: pages 227-241 |
| Subject |
Excavations (Archaeology) -- New Zealand.
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Maori (New Zealand people)
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Maori (New Zealand people) -- Antiquities.
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Maori (New Zealand people) -- Social life and customs.
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Prehistoric peoples -- New Zealand.
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| SUBJECT |
New Zealand -- Antiquities.
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85091492
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New Zealand -- History -- To 1840.
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85091504
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| ISBN |
0582717930 (hbk.) |
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0582718120 (paperback) |
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