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Nga Moteatea

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Nga Moteatea is a significant collection of Māori songs and chants compiled by Sir \u0100pirana Ngata. This work, published in 1929, is a vital resource for understanding the diverse oral traditions of the Māori people. It includes various forms of traditional Māori music and poetry, such as laments (waiata tangi), love songs (waiata aroha), and courtship songs (waiata whaiaaipo).12

The collection preserves the cultural heritage of different Māori tribes, offering insights into their history, mythology, and social customs. Ngata's dedication to preserving Māori culture through works like Nga Moteatea was a crucial effort in safeguarding this rich oral tradition.12

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  1. Āpirana Ngata
  2. New Zealand literature - Maori narrative: the oral tradition

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