The Mythopoetic Maori: His Genius for Personification as Seen in His Mythological Concepts

The Mythopoetic Maori: His Genius for Personification as Seen in His Mythological Concepts by Elsdon Best is a captivating exploration of Maori culture focusing on their mythological concepts and unique perspective on nature and spirituality. Delving into cosmogonic myths genealogies and personifications of natural phenomena the book unveils the rich heritage of Maori storytelling and creation myths. Through vivid descriptions and ancient sayings it illuminates the Maori worldview their reverence for the natural world and the role of gods and supernatural beings in their beliefs.