The Aryan Maori (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore how Maori myth meets ancient Hindu ideas in a landmark study of traditional lore. This non-fiction work surveys myths, rock paintings, and sagas to show how early Polynesian storytelling absorbed far-flung ideas while keeping a distinct voice. Read about creation tales, legendary creatures, and the way legends travel across oceans to shape a people’s beliefs.

- Discover how myths weave together local legends and distant Hindu imagery.
- See how stories reflect natural landmarks, caves, lakes, and sacred mountains.
- Learn how priests and warriors used songs, spells, and ritual practices in legendary tales.
- Understand the scientist’s view of folklore through careful collection and careful comparison.

Ideal for readers of anthropology, myth, and the history of cross-cultural exchange.

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