Notes
Maori myths and legends have an important role in transmitting and regenerating traditional knowledge. Yet as RossCalman points out in his introduction to this new edition, they are also simply great yarns - reflective of a time whentelling and listening to stories was a key leisure activity in Maori society.Favourite Maori Legends is an invitation to enjoy over 30 of the most memorable legends, grouped intothemes of the spirit world, patupaiarehe (ghosts), taniwha, supernatural creatures, heroes and deeds
