The science and practice of Māori astronomy and Matariki / by Hēmi Whaanga, Pauline Harris and Rangi Matamua

Date
2020
By
Whaanga, Hēmi, (University of Waikato, School of Māori and Pacific Development), Harris, Pauline, Matamua, Rangi, 1973-
Description

Discusses the astronomical knowledge and science associated with Pleiades. Argues that regeneration of traditional practice associated with this celestial cluster is playing a significant role in the modern cultural landscape of Aotearoa. Sets out government and other funding for projects and initiatives, including the policies of Vision Mātauranga and Mātauranga Māori, that are being driven by Māori astronomy practitioners and organisations. Includes an abstract in Māori.

Additional description

Includes illustration, references

Special issue - Mātauranga and science - part 2

Archived by the National Library of New Zealand

Audience: Research

Source
New Zealand science review, 2020; v.76 n.1/2:p.13-19; issn:
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