Maori Made Easy Pocket Guide
Maori Made Easy Pocket Guide
Maori Made Easy Pocket Guide
Immerse yourself in the vibrant and rich language of te reo Māori with Maori Made Easy Pocket Guide by Scotty Morrison. This indispensable resource is designed to provide you with the confidence and tools needed to seamlessly incorporate te reo Māori into your daily interactions. Whether you are an absolute beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, this pocket guide is your perfect companion for on-the-go learning.
This compact book covers a comprehensive range of topics required for conversational fluency and cultural understanding. You will discover how to correctly pronounce words, greet people appropriately, discuss dates and times, and guide yourself through the nuances of meetings and introductions. The guide also includes sections dedicated to the rich traditions and customs of the Māori people, including pepeha (introducing oneself), protocol, whakataukī (proverbs), karakia (prayers), and iwi names (tribal names).
Notable features of the book include:
- Basic pronunciation tips to ensure you speak with clarity and confidence.
- A variety of greetings suitable for different contexts.
- Clear explanations of how to express dates and times.
- Guidelines for using te reo Māori in meetings and formal settings.
- Instructions on constructing and presenting pepeha, a traditional way of introducing oneself.
- Insights into important Māori protocols and customs.
- A collection of meaningful whakataukī to enrich your language use.
- Karakia for various occasions, blending language learning with cultural practice.
- An extensive list of iwi names, aiding in understanding and respect for tribal identities.
Scotty Morrison, the bestselling author of the acclaimed Maori Made Easy series, brings his expertise and passion for te reo Māori to this accessible and elegantly designed guide. Throughout the book, his clear instructions and practical examples will empower you to integrate Māori language into your everyday life, both online and in person.
Whether you are greeting a friend, attending a meeting, or participating in a cultural event, Maori Made Easy Pocket Guide will help you navigate te reo Māori with poise and assurance. This pocket-sized companion is not just a book; it is a gateway to deeper connection and appreciation of Aotearoa’s heritage and its people.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781776950751
Publisher: Raupo Publishing (NZ) Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 March 2024
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Raupo Publishing (NZ) Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 14.0mm
Width: 112.0mm
Height: 160.0mm
Weight: 123g
Pages: 224
About the Author
Professor Scotty Morrison (Ngati Whakaue) is the well-known presenter of current affairs programmes Te Karere and Marae. He holds a Master's degree (Education), is working towards his PhD, and has been an Adjunct Professor and the Director of Maori Student and Community Engagement at Auckland's Unitec Institute of Technology. In 2017, he was appointed to a new role at Massey University's Te Putahi-a-Toi (School of Maori Art, Knowledge and Education), working alongside his wife Stacey in a strategic, advocacy and lecturing capacity. Scotty is the author of the bestselling language guides Maori Made Easy (winner of the 2016 Nga Kupu Ora Maori Book Award - Te Reo Maori), Maori Made Easy 2, The Raupo Phrasebook of Modern Maori, Maori at Work and Maori at Home, which was co-authored with Stacey. In 2019, Scotty was awarded the inaugural Te Tohu Korurenga Hau Culture Change award by Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Maori, The Maori Language Commission, for his leadership and innovation as a teacher of te reo Maori. Scotty lives in Auckland with Stacey and their three children, Hawaiki, Kurawaka and Maiana.
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