23 October THE NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE 4505

TE RANGATAHI

Elementary 2
171 pp. 1964. Revised Edition 1972. Reprinted 1978, 1985
$12.95 plus $2.00 p & p
(Blue cover). This book is for use in Form 4, Maori language studies.

TE RANGATAHI

Advanced 1
181 pp 1978. Reprinted 1986
$12.95 plus $2.00 p & p
(Olive cover). This book follows on from the elementary Te Rangatahi course in Maori language studies.

TE RANGATAHI

Advanced 2
216 pp 1974. Reprinted 1985.
$12.95 plus $2.00 p & p
(Orange Cover). This book is for use after completion of Advanced 1, of the Te Rangatahi Maori language course.

TE REO RANGATIRA

For advanced students
197 pp 1984. Reprinted 1984.
$9.50 plus $1.50 p & p
(Black, white and red cover). This book is for use in Forms 6 and 7, Maori language studies.

HE PURAPURA SERIES

Children will love these colourful and lively story books which will help bring the Maori language into their lives. Through stories ranging from pre-school to primary school level, children will be able to increase their Maori vocabulary and their familiarity with the Maori language. Four of the thirteen books in the series have already been published.

THE ASTRONOMICAL KNOWLEDGE OF THE MAORI

Elsdon Best
80 pp. 1986 reprint
$5.95 plus $1.50 p & p
This is one of a series of monographs prepared by Elsdon Best, who spent many years in close contact with the Maoris of the Urewera, and has prepared studies based on wide knowledge and insight. This particular monograph studies the Maori systems of astronomy, astrology and natural astrology, plus other natural phenomena. It has been reprinted without any changes because, though first published in 1922, it still provides the student and general reader with good source material.

MAORI DIVISION OF TIME

Elsdon Best
52 pp. 1986 reprint
$5.95 plus $1.50 p & p
This monograph, reprinted without revision, provides a record of the Maori division of time as well as references to other Polynesian systems. The Maori year, the months of the Maori year, and the nights of the moon are examined. The names of seasons, terms employed to denote time and miscellaneous notes are also included, making this a fascinating and comprehensive source document.

FISHING METHODS AND DEVICES OF THE MAORI

Elsdon Best
264 pp. 1986 reprint
$29.95 plus $3.75 p & p
This book is one of a series of bulletins prepared by Elsdon Best and reprinted without revision. This bulletin remains the only comprehensive account of most aspects of Maori fishing. The emphasis is upon inland and estuarine techniques, as these are the techniques Best was able to observe most closely. The detailed fishing methods are accompanied by descriptions of the artifacts used, together with associated chants, magic formulae, special observances, and fishing lore. This comprehensive book provides a wealth of information for the student and general reader.

THE MAORI SCHOOL OF LEARNING

Elsdon Best
31 pp 1986 reprint
$5.95 plus $1.50 p & p
This monograph, reprinted without revision, studies the objects, methods, and ceremonial side of the Whare Wananga, or Maori school of learning. It is rich in its store of material, and is indispensable for today’s students.

SPIRITUAL AND MENTAL CONCEPTS OF THE MAORI

Elsdon Best
57 pp 1986 reprint
$5.95 plus $1.50 p & p
This monograph, reprinted without revision, analyses the different concepts held by the Maori about the spirit and the mind. The material is very valuable and the concepts discussed in this particular monograph provide a deep insight into the social customs and beliefs of the Maori people.

HAIRDRESSING: A PROFESSIONAL APPROACH

David Bendell
352 pp 1986
$39.95 plus $3.75 p & p
This text book has been especially prepared for New Zealand hairdressing apprentices. The three major sections relate to first qualifying, second qualifying, and advanced Trade Certificate.

It contains clearly illustrated, step by step instructions, information on health and safety regulations for New Zealand conditions, plus a chapter on the history of hairdressing in New Zealand. This book will also be a good reference book for qualified hairdressers and anyone else with an interest in hair care.

THE HISTORY OF POLICING IN NEW ZEALAND

Vol 1, Policing the Colonial Frontier, Parts 1 and 2
Richard Hill
520 pp. Approximately per book. 1986.
$70.00 plus $6.50 p & p
This is the first of a three volume set which traces the history of New Zealand Police from first European contact through to the present day.

The central theme of volume 1 is the growth and operation of the Police from 1767 to 1867. Social influences and the philosophy surrounding the need for a police force are examined.

The book is both a well researched, balanced historical document and a fascinating look at an important part of New Zealand history.

THE HOME FRONT VOL. 1 AND VOL. 2

Nancy Taylor
800 pp. 1986.
$99.50 (set) plus $6.50 p & p
This is the final volume of the Official History of New Zealand in the Second World War, 1939–45. It focuses on New Zealand society in these years, describing the attitudes and activities of those who remained. The reactions to international political events, attitudes of political parties, the war efforts of New Zealand, and the political movement away from Britain towards Australasia and the United States are described. It is an historical and sociological portrayal of how New Zealanders reacted, collectively and individually, to the war situation.

N.Z. TECHNICAL CORRESPONDENCE INSTITUTE

Joinery 4 Stairs
112 pp. 1986.
$27.50 plus $3.75 p & p
This is the latest in a series of text books designed to assist in the training of apprentices. It has been prepared by the New Zealand Technical Correspondence Institute in conjunction with the Joinery Industry Training Board.

Joinery 4 contains information on stairs, decorative laminates, glulam and aluminium joinery and completes this series on the practical aspects of joinery.

It is a comprehensive handbook useful to qualified tradespeople and the home handyperson.