Wise Words of the Maori: Revealing History and Traditions: Language as Food

Revised Edition. Over 5000 proverbs and other expressions. Now includes an extensive subject index, as well as listings of personal names, iwi, hapu and the migratory canoes. Originating from events in Maori history, literature, legends and everyday life. Use this book to find the appropriate proverb: make use of language as food for the soul.