Nga ahorangi. (bibliography of creative writing by Maori women)(Bibliography)

From: Hecate | Date: May 1, 1997| Author: Battista, Jon | Copyright information

A bibliography of works by Maori women writers is presented. Criteria used in the selection include the writers' affiliation with local people and whether the gender of the author could be identified in such a manner that names could be construed as either male or female. While the bibliography recognizes the important role of women in Maori society, children's stories were also included. In addition, the bibliography is a tribute to the oral aspects of Maori literature and society.

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