Notes
Many New Zealanders have a smattering of Maori language that they are shy of using in case they make embarrassing errors, or because they fear their vocabulary is not sufficient to complete a sentence or phrase. This book is for all such people, offering a wide range of simple phrases that the speaker can use in a variety of situations and in creative ways.
As the author points out in her introduction, the book is a stepping stone to the wealth of imagery and depth of tradition that exist within the Maori language, and she urges the study of tribal nuances, pronunciations and vocabularies. The book will fascinate all who are interested in language, and fills a huge gap in Maori literature as an essential reference source.
