The Art of Maori Carving – Te Toi Whakairo –

“…  He explains the tools and timbers, the styles, patterns and techniques in a clear and proven manner for the amateur carver. He examines the historical and cultural tradition of carving, its origins and development, tribal variation and interpretation. He also explores the survival and vitality of the art not only in the context of pre-European society but also against the background of a resurgent Maori consciousness in modern New Zealand.”