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Haka. A living tradition

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. Traces the story of the haka from its origins in Maori legend to its role in a contemporary commercial world. The haka has been an instrument of nation building, an icon of NZ's unique identity. Table of contents: * Haka - a personal reflection * Haka in legend * Haka variations * The tradition of haka * Ka mate! The most famous haka * Tribal haka * Women and the haka * Haka, sport and politics * The haka continues

Print Book, Undefined, 2005
Hachette Livre NZ Ltd, Auckland, 2005