Maori Mementos is a book that was originally published in 1855, written by Charles Oliver Davis. It is a collection of addresses that were presented by the native Maori people of New Zealand to various individuals and groups. The book provides a unique insight into the culture and traditions of the Maori people during the mid-19th century. It is divided into four sections, each containing a series of speeches that were given on different occasions.The first section includes speeches that were given to European visitors, ...
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Maori Mementos is a book that was originally published in 1855, written by Charles Oliver Davis. It is a collection of addresses that were presented by the native Maori people of New Zealand to various individuals and groups. The book provides a unique insight into the culture and traditions of the Maori people during the mid-19th century. It is divided into four sections, each containing a series of speeches that were given on different occasions.The first section includes speeches that were given to European visitors, welcoming them to the Maori land and introducing them to the customs and traditions of the Maori people. The second section contains speeches that were given to Maori chiefs, discussing topics such as leadership, unity, and the importance of education.The third section includes speeches that were given at important events such as weddings, funerals, and other significant occasions. These speeches provide a glimpse into the Maori way of life and their beliefs about the world around them.Finally, the fourth section contains speeches that were given by Maori leaders to their own people, discussing issues such as land ownership, the impact of European colonization, and the need for unity among the Maori tribes.Overall, Maori Mementos is a fascinating and informative book that provides a valuable insight into the culture and traditions of the Maori people during a critical period in their history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of New Zealand or the indigenous cultures of the Pacific.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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