Author

Contributions

  • Taylor, W. A. 1882-1952. - Contributor

Publication

1966 - Whitcombe and Tombs, [Christchurch]

Language

English

Word Count

20,000 words, Guess

Page Count

80 pages

Identifiers

Classifications

  • DDC392/.36
  • LCCGN667.N9 T39

Description

"Approaches Maori architecture wholly within the context of Maori social life; there are descriptions not only of [buildings] ... but also of the everyday life of the Maori people"--Introduction. This book describes and illustrates Maori building, life and culture from the Moahunter Phase the Classic Phase to the influences of early European and modern society. A feature of the Maori Builds is the approach to Maori architecture as an intergral part of his everydaylife: the author and illustrator look at the Maori people, their life and architecture, as one.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • The Maori buildsWhitcombe and Tombs1966

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