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Haka : a living tradition / Wira Gardiner.

Title
Haka : a living tradition / Wira Gardiner.
Author
Gardiner, Wira, 1943-2022
Publication
Auckland, N.Z. : Hodder Moa, 2007.

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144 p. : ill (some col.); 29 cm.
Summary
A source of pride or a source of controversy, 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 haka competitions and the new All Black haka.
Subject
  • Māori (New Zealand people) > Rites and ceremonies
  • Haka (Dance)
  • Māori (New Zealand people) > Songs and music
Genre/Form
Chants.
Note
  • Previous ed.: Hodder Moa Beckett, 2001.
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references (p. 140-142) and index.
Processing Action (note)
  • committed to retain
Contents
Introduction: Personal reflections -- 1. Haka in legend -- 2. Haka variations -- 3. The tradition of haka -- 4. 'Ka mate!': the most famous haka of all -- 5. Cultural resurgence through haka and kapa haka -- 6. Tribal haka composers -- 7. Women and haka -- 8. War and haka -- 9. Kapa haka and Te Matatini -- 10. The All Blacks and 'Ka mate!' -- 11. The All Blacks' new haka: 'Kapa a pango' -- 12. Other sports and haka -- 13. Haka and politics -- 14. Haka and bad taste -- 15. Haka and the global village -- 16. A new generation.
ISBN
9781869711160 (pbk.)
LCCN
^^2007534378
OCLC
  • 174095629
  • SCSB-10974913
Owning Institutions
Harvard Library