Peter Gossage

Maui and Other Maori Legends by Peter Gossage is a treasured collection that brings together some of the most beloved tales from Maori mythology. With vibrant illustrations and enthralling storytelling, this volume captures the essence of New Zealand's rich cultural heritage. Each story within this collection is an adventure into a world where the extraordinary becomes possible, where heroes rise,...

The beloved Te-Ika-a-Maui/The Fish of Maui by Peter Gossage brings the iconic Maori myth to life in a beautiful bilingual Maori-English edition, enriched by Merimeri Penfold's poetic translation. This captivating tale recounts the adventurous exploits of the demigod Maui and his remarkable feat in discovering the North Island of New Zealand, also known as Aotearoa. Denied the chance to join...

Battle of the Mountains by Peter Gossage is a captivating retelling of a cherished Maori legend about the majestic mountains of New Zealand's central North Island. Renowned for his vivid illustrations and timeless storytelling, Gossage immerses readers in a mythic world where the mountains themselves come alive with passion, rivalry, and dramatic confrontations. In this enchanting narrative, the towering Tongariro...

Te Hopu a Maui i a te Ra/How Maui Slowed the Sun by Peter Gossage is a captivating retelling of an iconic Maori myth that has enchanted readers for generations. In this beautifully illustrated book, readers will follow the legendary Maui as he devises a clever plan to slow the Sun's journey across the sky, struggling with the challenge of...

Te Pakanga a nga Maunga / Battle of the Mountains by the iconic author and illustrator Peter Gossage tells a captivating legend from New Zealand's central North Island. This story explores the dramatic clash and rivalry among some of the region's most famous mountains. Through Gossage's vivid retelling, readers are transported to a time when these majestic peaks were not...

A beloved Maori myth about how Maui met his father, as told by the iconic author and illustrator Peter Gossage. Maui wants to know two things: who is his father and where does his mother go during the day? One day he follows her and finds himself in the underworld. Read all the Maori myths by Peter Gossage!

How Maui Found His Mother is a beloved Maori myth about how Maui discovered his mother, as told by the iconic author and illustrator Peter Gossage. After he is found washed up on the beach as a baby, Maui is brought up by his powerful uncle. But one thing bothers him—other children have mothers, so where is his? Determined to...

A beloved Māori legend about the immortal, sea-dwelling Pania, as told by the iconic author and illustrator Peter Gossage. Pania of the Reef is a creature of the sea, but she is fascinated by the land. She falls in love with a young chief who tries to make her stay on shore. This is the legend of how Pania became...

A beloved Maori myth about Maui and Mahuika, the goddess of fire, as told by the iconic author and illustrator Peter Gossage. Maui the trickster wants to know what will happen if he puts out all the fires in his pa. When his people wake, they are very angry and Maui must go to the volcano to visit Mahuika, the...

In the Beginning introduces the captivating creation myth of Maori legend, gracefully retold through Peter Gossage’s vibrant style. This story begins with Ranginui, the father, and Papatuanuku, the mother. Gossage's bold design and concise text recount the struggles of the children of Rangi and Papa as they endeavour to part their parents and bring light to the world. Through this...

A beloved Maori legend about what happened when Rona dared to curse Te Marama, as told by the iconic author and illustrator Peter Gossage. Gossage's classic retelling of the Maori myth of Rona and the Moon. Rona is charged with the important task of making food ready for her family when they return from a fishing trip. As night falls,...

How Maui Defied the Goddess of Death is a beloved Māori myth about how Maui challenges Hine-nui-te-Po, as told by the iconic author and illustrator, Peter Gossage. When one of Maui's uncles dies, Maui sets out to defeat the goddess of death. But death has a few surprises in store for him. This is the final story in Peter Gossage's...

A beloved Maori myth about how Maui outwitted Te Ra, as told by the iconic author and illustrator Peter Gossage. Faced with too short days and long nights, Maui comes up with a plan to slow the sun's passage through the sky. With the help of his brothers, Maui sets out for the home of the sun to catch it...

Peter Gossage's much-loved retelling of this famous Maori myth is now available as a sturdy board book. Faced with very short days and very long nights, Maui comes up with a plan to slow the Sun's passage through the sky. Peter Gossage's captivating tale in How Maui Slowed the Sun has enchanted young children for generations.

A beloved Maori myth about the formation of Wakatipu, a great lake of Te Wai Pounamu, as told by the iconic author and illustrator Peter Gossage. The traditional legend of how Lake Wakatipu was formed, beautifully retold by Peter Gossage. When Manata goes missing from her village, her people discover that she has been kidnapped by a giant. Her lover,...