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The Welcome of Strangers

A History of Southern Māori
By Atholl Anderson
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'A signally important text in the canon of Maori history.' - Michael Stevens The dynamics of an evolving southern world are mapped by distinguished archaeologist Atholl Anderson in a new edition of his groundbreaking book from 1998. The Welcome of Strangers traces the early migrations of... Read More
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With new illustrations, maps and colourful biographies of key figures, The Welcome of Strangers is an enriching narrative of southern Maori traditions and peoples.

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'A signally important text in the canon of Maori history.'

- Michael Stevens

The dynamics of an evolving southern world are mapped by distinguished archaeologist Atholl Anderson in a new edition of his groundbreaking book from 1998. The Welcome of Strangers traces the early migrations of Waitaha and Kati Mamoe people and the later arrival and settlement of Ngai Tahu. These were the communities that the first Europeans encountered, as whalers, sealers, and missionaries made their way around the coast.

With new research, informative maps, and a strong visual narrative, The Welcome of Strangers is co-published with Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781991033932

Publisher: Bridget Williams Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 August 2025

Country: New Zealand

Imprint: Bridget Williams Books

Illustration: 120

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 220.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 460

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About the Author

Atholl Anderson CNZM, FRSNZ, FAHA, FSA (Ngai Tahu) has the experience of many years' research throughout the Pacific and Indian oceans. He co-authored the multi-award-winning Tangata Whenua: An Illustrated History (2014) with Judith Binney and Aroha Harris. He is an Emeritus Professor of the Australian National University, Adjunct Professor of History at the University of Canterbury and Honorary Professor of Anthropology at the University of Otago.

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