People of the Land
by Hirini Moko Mead and June Te Rina Mead
Huia Publishers
116 pages, 180 x 180 mm, hard cover with dust jacket  
RRP:    $35
   
People of the Land is a collection of poignant pēpeha (Māori proverbs) and memorable images of Māori from around Aotearoa.
With explanations in English, this book opens doors to a Māori world for everyone who is interested in the wisdom, values and advice of past generations.Conveniently-sized, it is ideal for visitors and for those seeking unique insights into the indigenous culture of Aotearoa New Zealand.
 

About he Authors
Dr Hirini Moko Mead (Ngāti Awa, Ngati Tūwharetoa, Tūhourangi) is a prominent writer and commentator. Author of over seventy books, papers and articles, he was foundation professor of Māori studies at Victoria University of Wellington and was closely involved in establishing the Māori university Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi in Whakatane. A scholar of rare expertise in Māori language and culture, Dr Mead was made a Distinguished Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2007 for his services to Māori and to education.

June Mead (Ngāti Porou) is a former primary, secondary and tertiary teacher and public servant. June was closely involved in organising the ‘Te Māori’ exhibition of Māori art and in the successful bid to have Māori become an official New Zealand language.