Prkau

Ranginui, Papatnuku, Mui, Twhaki . . . our enduring stories retold.

A lively, stimulating and engaging retelling of prkau – Mori myths – by contemporary Mori writers.

Ka mua, ka muri . . . Ancient Mori creation myths, portrayals of larger-than-life heroes and tales of engrossing magical beings have endured through the ages. Some hail back to Hawaiki, some are firmly grounded in New Zealand and its landscape. Through countless generations, the stories have been reshaped and passed on.

This new collection presents a wide range of traditional myths that have been retold by some of our best Mori wordsmiths.

The writers have added their own creativity, perspectives and sometimes wonderfully unexpected twists, bringing new life and energy to these rich, spellbinding and significant taonga.

Take a fresh look at Papatnuku, a wild ride with Mui, or have a creepy encounter with Rruhi-Kerep, for these and many more mythical figures await you. Explore the past, from it shape the future . . .

The contributors are- Jacqueline Carter, David Geary, Patricia Grace, Briar Grace-Smith, Whiti Hereaka, Keri Hulme, Witi Ihimaera, Kelly Joseph, Hmi Kelly, Nic Low, Tina Makereti, Kelly Ana Morey, Paula Morris, Frazer Rangihuna, Renee, Robert Sullivan, Apirana Taylor, Nghuia Te Awekotuku, Clayton Te Kohe, Hone Tuwhare, Briar Wood.

Paperback / softback Trade paperback (UK) 400pp

h234mm x w155mm x s36mm 527g