New book list!
For thousands of years, diverse cultures flourished across the Pacific. Easter Island is famous for its colossal stone statues, known as moai, created by the Rapa Nui people. Tonga, an early Polynesian kingdom, developed advanced seafaring skills and intricate social structures. Aboriginal Australians, with rich cultural traditions, have inhabited the continent for thousands of years, creating remarkable art and stories. The Maori of New Zealand, known for their distinctive art, navigation skills, and warrior culture, established complex communities and traditions.
Where Is Easter Island?
Detailed, comprehensive intro to Easter Island and its Polynesian settlers
Myths and Legends of Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Islands
Myths from several Pacific Islands
Land of the Long White Cloud: Maori Myths, Tales and Legends
Stories and myths from the Maori people