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The First Migration

Explore the epic journey of New Zealand’s first human inhabitants in The First Migration by Atholl Anderson. Thousands of years ago, migrants from South China began a voyage that took their descendants through the Pacific to the southernmost islands of Polynesia.

Drawing on a wide range of sources—including oral traditions, archaeology, genetics, linguistics, ethnography, historical observations, palaeoecology, and climate research—Anderson’s groundbreaking work brings the ancient past to life. This Text edition, adapted from the multi-award-winning Tangata Whenua: An Illustrated History, offers readers a vivid sense of the lives, voyages, and experiences of Maori ancestors as they settled Aotearoa.

Why This Book Is a Must-Read:

Groundbreaking synthesis of research and tradition on Polynesian migration

Draws from archaeology, genetics, linguistics, and oral histories

Offers a vivid portrait of Maori ancestors and their journeys

Perfect for readers interested in history, anthropology, and New Zealand heritage

Author: Atholl Anderson
Format: Softcover
ISBN: 9780947492793
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