Te Ata O Tū The Shadow of Tūmatauenga: The New Zealand Wars Collections of Te Papa, Matiu Baker, Katie Cooper, Michael Fitzgerald and Rebecca Rice (eds) (2024)

Key Points

• This review assesses 'Te Ata O Tū', focusing on its contributions to understanding New Zealand's wartime history and culture.
• Reviewed the 480-page collection published by Te Papa Press in 2024.
• Analyzed the presentation of artifacts and historical context provided in the collection.
• Considered the contributions of the editors and their relevance to New Zealand's cultural heritage.
• Highlights the comprehensive portrayal of New Zealand's wartime collections.
• Presents significant cultural insights tied to the artifacts exhibited.
• Illustrates the collaboration among the editors in curating a meaningful historical narrative.