{"title":"Patricia Tauroa","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the enriching works of Patricia Tauroa, a profound author known for her contributions to Māori language and culture. Patricia Tauroa's books serve as invaluable resources for anyone interested in learning and understanding the Māori language, including those of Māori descent and language enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Patricia Tauroa's most notable works is the \u003cem\u003eCollins Māori Phrasebook and Dictionary\u003c\/em\u003e. This comprehensive guide is perfect for both beginners and advanced learners, offering a range of commonly used phrases, vocabulary, and cultural insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelve into this collection to enhance your language skills and deepen your appreciation for the rich history and traditions of Māori culture. Patricia Tauroa’s works are a gateway to a world of linguistic discovery and cultural understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"collins-maori-phrasebook-and-dictionary","title":"Collins Maori Phrasebook and Dictionary","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eCollins Maori Phrasebook and Dictionary\u003c\/i\u003e by Patricia Tauroa is your essential companion for exploring the vibrant and expressive world of Te Reo Maori. With its first publication in 1990, this invaluable resource has stood the test of time, becoming Aotearoa New Zealand's bestselling phrasebook and dictionary of the Maori language. This guide is meticulously designed to offer a solid foundation for anyone eager to delve into Maori culture, and language, and understand its rich heritage.\n\nWhether you're visiting New Zealand, engaging with Maori communities, or simply passionate about learning Te Reo Maori, this book offers a comprehensive collection of phrases, expressions, and vocabulary. It provides extensive insights into the structure and nuances of the language, making it accessible for beginners while remaining a useful reference for advanced learners. Not just a language tool, it serves as a cultural bridge that brings to life the traditions, values, and beautiful imagery embedded within the Maori language.\n\nBorn at Mangawhero in Whangaroa, Patricia Tauroa is a respected kuia (elder woman) and former language tutor at the Auckland College of Education. With Maori, Irish, and Scottish ancestry, her iwi (tribes) are Ngapuhi ki Whangaroa and Ngati Kahu ki Whangaroa. Patricia’s deep connection to her roots and profound knowledge of Maori tradition and language shine through every page of this phrasebook and dictionary. Living in Whangaroa, Northland, she brings authentic cultural insights and an authoritative voice to this respected guide.\n\n\u003ci\u003eCollins Maori Phrasebook and Dictionary\u003c\/i\u003e not only addresses everyday conversational needs but also embraces regional dialects and pronunciation variations, enhancing its comprehensiveness. It includes practical phrases for travel, work, and social settings, voice pronunciations, and an expanded dictionary section that lists words alphabetically with detailed translations and contextual usage.\n\nIn addition to being a functional language guide, the book serves as an appreciation of Maori oral traditions and storytelling, encompassing the richly symbolic and philosophical nature of Maori expressions. Whether you are studying for personal enrichment, academic purposes, or social integration, this phrasebook and dictionary is an indispensable resource for mastering Te Reo Maori and gaining a deeper appreciation of New Zealand's indigenous heritage.\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45685870395628,"sku":"9781869505738","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781869505738.jpg?v=1725457571"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/patricia-tauroa.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}