Items related to Haka: A Living Tradition 2nd Ed
A fascinating look at the Maori tribal danceā€”the haka. Part war chant, part national anthem, the haka is a growing part of New Zealandā€™s national identity.
Most visitors identify New Zealand with the haka, but few know the meaning or history of this powerful challenge. The haka has always been and important part of the Maori culture and tradition. Today it has a growing influence on the lives of all New Zealanders. This little book is an excellent beginner's guide to haka, covering the various types of haka and their use including the famous Ka Mate haka and the new Kapa O Pango. Both black and white and full colour photographs showcase the haka in history as well as modern renditions by kapa haka groups. Both a source of pride and a source of controversy, the haka is an integral part of New Zealand's culture.
Most visitors identify New Zealand with the haka, but few know the meaning or history of this powerful challenge. The haka has always been and important part of the Maori culture and tradition. Today it has a growing influence on the lives of all New Zealanders. This little book is an excellent beginner's guide to haka, covering the various types of haka and their use including the famous Ka Mate haka and the new Kapa O Pango. Both black and white and full colour photographs showcase the haka in history as well as modern renditions by kapa haka groups. Both a source of pride and a source of controversy, the haka is an integral part of New Zealand's culture.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From the Author:
Mother Knows Best was created by long-time friends Dean Buckhorn and Scott Gardiner after years of observing their wives' ongoing struggles to maintain both a household and their sanity. They've licensed this clever idea through bCreative, Inc. (www.bcreative.com), of Charlottesville, Va. Dedicated to helping great ideas succeed in the marketplace, bCreative, Inc., gives licensees access to the freshest, hottest ideas around. Other bCreative-licensed products include The Perfect Man, published by Andrews McMeel Publishing in 2002. Sales of this 6 x 6 gift book have reached over 45,000 copies.
About the Author:
Mother Knows Best was created by Scott Gardiner after years of observing his wife's ongoing struggles to maintain both a household and her sanity. They've licensed this clever idea through bCreative, Inc. (www.bcreative.com), of Charlottesville, Va. Dedicated to helping great ideas succeed in the marketplace, bCreative, Inc., gives licensees access to the freshest, hottest ideas around. Other bCreative-licensed products include The Perfect Man, published by Andrews McMeel Publishing in 2002. Sales of this 6 x 6 gift book have reached over 45,000 copies.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherHachette Aotearoa New Zealand
- Publication date2022
- ISBN 10 1869711165
- ISBN 13 9781869711160
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number2
- Number of pages144
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 10.79
Shipping:
US$ 3.99
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
HAKA Format: Paperback
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Brand New. Seller Inventory # 9781869711160
Buy New
US$ 10.79
Convert currency
Seller Image
Haka : A Living Tradition
Published by
Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
(2022)
ISBN 10: 1869711165
ISBN 13: 9781869711160
New
Softcover
Quantity: 5
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 8848744-n
Buy New
US$ 16.18
Convert currency
Seller Image
Haka: A Living Tradition 2nd Ed by Gardiner, Wira [Paperback ]
Published by
Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
(2022)
ISBN 10: 1869711165
ISBN 13: 9781869711160
New
Soft Cover
Quantity: 10
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Soft Cover. Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 9781869711160
Buy New
US$ 18.83
Convert currency
Seller Image
Haka: A Living Tradition 2nd Ed (Paperback)
Published by
Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand, Auckland
(2007)
ISBN 10: 1869711165
ISBN 13: 9781869711160
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The haka has always been a vital part of Maori culture and tradition. Today it has a growing influence on the lives of all New Zealanders. It provides a powerful and dramatic vehicle for welcoming visitors, challenging opponents, rejoicing in victory and for celebrating culture and a way of life.This story of the haka begins with its origins in the mists of time and looks at its place in legend and in the early Maori world, and the observations of the first European explorers, missionaries and settlers. It discusses the various haka types, the roles of men and women, the origins and importance of the well-known Ka Mate! haka, and how this special dance has been used in war, sport and politics. The book covers recent developments in haka, such as the rising popularity of national kapa haka competitions, and the new All Black haka: Kapa o Pango. Lean the creation and development of the ancient dance form--the haka. Today the haka is an important part of Maori culture and a growing part of New Zealand identity and pride. A fascinating look at a unique dance that is part war chant and part national anthem. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781869711160
Buy New
US$ 18.99
Convert currency
Stock Image
Haka: A Living Tradition 2nd Ed
Published by
Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
(2022)
ISBN 10: 1869711165
ISBN 13: 9781869711160
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. New. Fast Shipping and good customer service. Seller Inventory # Holz_New_1869711165
Buy New
US$ 21.35
Convert currency
Stock Image
Haka: A Living Tradition 2nd Ed
Published by
Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
(2022)
ISBN 10: 1869711165
ISBN 13: 9781869711160
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Buy for Great customer experience. Seller Inventory # GoldenDragon1869711165
Buy New
US$ 24.36
Convert currency
Stock Image
Haka: A Living Tradition 2nd Ed
Published by
Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
(2022)
ISBN 10: 1869711165
ISBN 13: 9781869711160
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Brand New Copy. Seller Inventory # BBB_new1869711165
Buy New
US$ 24.86
Convert currency
Stock Image
Haka: A Living Tradition 2nd Ed
Published by
Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
(2022)
ISBN 10: 1869711165
ISBN 13: 9781869711160
New
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Buy with confidence! Book is in new, never-used condition 1.15. Seller Inventory # bk1869711165xvz189zvxnew
Buy New
US$ 29.17
Convert currency
Stock Image
Haka: A Living Tradition 2nd Ed
Published by
Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
(2022)
ISBN 10: 1869711165
ISBN 13: 9781869711160
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. New. Seller Inventory # Wizard1869711165
Buy New
US$ 25.80
Convert currency
Stock Image
Haka: A Living Tradition 2nd Ed
Published by
Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
(2022)
ISBN 10: 1869711165
ISBN 13: 9781869711160
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # think1869711165
Buy New
US$ 26.19
Convert currency