Author

Publication

1988-09-01 - Running Horse Books Ltd

Language

English

Word Count

48,000 words, Guess

Page Count

192 pages

Physical Format

Unknown Binding

Identifiers

  • Open LibraryOL11618841M
  • ISBN-139780953382903
  • ISBN-100953382907
  • OCLC Control Number59396974
  • LibraryThing9718317
and 1 more
  • Goodreads1367427

Classifications

  • LCCDU423.M42 G3 1998

Description

Drawing on original material form archives in both Britain and New Zealand this story recounts how skilled Maori craftsmen carved and constructed this whare nui at Te Wairoa in the Hot Lakes region of New Zealand's North Island, close to the spectacular Pink and White Terraces. A wonder that it was not lost in June 1886 when Mt. Tarawera erupeted without warning killing over 100 people. Only Hinemihi was strong enough to withstand the rain of fire and stones saving those who sought shelter in it. The story goes on to tell how Hinemihi came to be purchased for £50 by Lord Onslow and shipped to his estate at Clandon Park in Surrey.

Subjects

Topics

MaraeHistoryModern fictionEruption, 1886Ethnic identityBuildings, structuresSocial life and customs

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