Ngā Atua
Māori Gods
A book to treasure for young and old, Robyn Kahukiwa’s Ngā Atua – Māori Gods takes the reader on a stunning visual journey while imparting simple and effective explanations of the major Māori gods.
Robyn introduces the pantheon of Māori deities and explains the arena of life for which each one is responsible. For example:
Tumatauenga is the greatest warrior. His powers are extreme strength and courage. He fights for truth and justice.
This new paperback version is fully bilingual, incorporating a superb translation by Kiwa Hammond, building on the popular hardback edition in English (published by Oratia Books in 2017). The vibrant paintings bring the gods to life and help this beautiful book to affirm their continued relevance to today’s world.
Tamariki (kids) will love the descriptive illustrations from this internationally renowned artist.
Robyn Kahukiwa (Author)
Robyn Kahukiwa (Ngāti Porou, Te Aitanga-a-Hauiti) is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most important Māori artists. Her paintings have been exhibited worldwide and are held in galleries, museums and private collections. Robyn has written and illustrated numerous children’s picture books and has herself been the subject of books including The Art of Robyn Kahukiwa (Reed, 2005).
Kiwa Hammond (Translator)
Kiwa Hammond is a writer, educationalist and registered translator of te reo Māori who lives in Wairoa.
