Explore the profound narrative of language conservation with 'Ka Ngaro Te Reo' by Paul Moon. This compelling paperback, measuring 150 x 230 mm with 280 pages, delves deep into the critical history of te reo M?ori, the Indigenous language of New Zealand. Published by the esteemed Otago University Press on April 15, 2016, this book reveals the devastating effects of colonization on the M?ori language, emphasizing the importance of cultural and linguistic preservation. Paul Moon meticulously examines the spiraling decline of te reo M?ori through extensive research, including published works, archival documents, and contemporary M?ori oral histories. His insightful analysis underscores the urgent message: 'If the language be lost, man will be lost, as dead as the moa.' Don't miss out on this vital resource for understanding New Zealand's cultural heritage and the remarkable resilience of the M?ori people. Ideal for linguists, historians, and anyone passionate about Indigenous rights and language preservation. Enjoy hassle-free shopping with combined shipping options, and shop knowing that your purchase supports a NZ-owned business located in Auckland. In-stock items mean no unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes - just the knowledge that you are contributing to safeguarding a vital piece of New Zealand's voice.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 150 x 230 mm
Pages: 280
Bind: paperback
Author: Paul Moon Publisher: Otago University Press
Publication Date: 15-04-2016

Ka ngaro te reo, ka ngaro taua, pera i te ngaro o te moa. If the language be lost, man will be lost, as dead as the moa. In 1800, te reo M?ori was the only language spoken in New Zealand. By 1899, it was on the verge of disappearing altogether. In Ka Ngaro Te Reo, Paul Moon traces the spiralling decline of the language during an era of prolonged colonisation that saw political, economic, cultural and linguistic power shifting steadily into the hands of the European core. In this revelatory and hard-hitting account, Moon draws on a vast range of published and archival material, as well as oral histories and contemporary M?ori accounts, to chart the tortuous journey of a language under siege in a relentless European campaign to ‘save and civilize the remnant of the Maori Race’. He also chronicles the growing commitment among many M?ori towards the end of the nineteenth century to ensure that the language would survive.

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