Reawakened : Traditional navigators of Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa Paperback / softback
by Jeff Evans
Paperback / softback
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In this important book, ten navigators the late Hec Busby, Piripi Evans and Jacko Thatcher from Aotearoa New Zealand; Peia Patai and Tua Pittman from the Cook Islands; and Kālepa Baybayan, Shorty Bertelmann, Nainoa Thompson, `Onohi Paishon and Bruce Blankenfeld from Hawai`i share the challenges and triumphs of traditional wayfinding based on the deep knowledge of legendary navigator Mau Piailug.
They also discuss the significance of receiving the title of Pwo (master navigator) from Piailug, and the responsibilities that come with that position.
Their stories are intertwined with the renaissance of knowledge and traditions around open-ocean voyaging that are inspiring communities across the Pacific.
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In Stock - low on stock, only 1 copy remainingFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:256 pages, 51 colour illustrations and maps
- Publisher:Massey University Press
- Publication Date:10/06/2021
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- ISBN:9780995131804
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In Stock - low on stock, only 1 copy remainingFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:256 pages, 51 colour illustrations and maps
- Publisher:Massey University Press
- Publication Date:10/06/2021
- Category:
- ISBN:9780995131804