The Quest for Kaitiakitanga: The Ancient Maori Secret from New Zealand That Could Save the Earth

by Richard Bangs

Kaitiakitanga, an ancient Maori concept meaning "guardianship of the land," has undergone a revival in New Zealand and is fueling an increasingly popular eco-movement. Structured by Richard Bangs as a grand adventure, this book looks at how the Maori way is becoming the modern way. Bangs' expedition includes heli-hiking, ice-climbing, kayaking, and more as he travels through New Zealand's stunning landscapes. Along the way, the author encounters threatened...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 089732658X
• ISBN13: 9780897326582
• Release Date: March 2008
• Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.0" x 7.0"