The Moon on my Tongue

From both revered established writers and exciting newer poets, the works in this new anthology offer a broad picture of Maori poetry in English. There are laments for koro (elders), hopes for mokopuna (grandchildren); celebrations of the land and anger at its abuse; retellings of myth and reclamations of history.

Readers of this collection will witness the vitality & intensity of the Maori poetic voice.