Te Akaaka Rauwhero: Te Rakau Matarua a Tu-mata-uenga is the first of its kind – a foundational, authoritative text introducing the pedagogy, history and intricate knowledge systems of mau rakau. Written in te reo Maori by leading expert Haturini McGarvey, this book covers the origins of mau rakau, its protocols, philosophies, karakia and more.