Penfold, Merimeri (1924–)
Penfold, Merimeri (1924–)
New Zealand poet and translator. Name variations: Ngati Kuri Ki Te Aupouri. Born 1924 at Te Hapua, Northland, New Zealand.
Lectured in Maori Studies in Auckland and worked on behalf of Maori language; poetry, which makes use of traditional forms and themes, has been published in major New Zealand anthologies; also published works on Maori women artists and collaborated on bilingual children's books.
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