Bird Land is an immersive visual exploration of Aotearoa New Zealand's rich relationship with its birds. Bringing together Māori taonga, historical artworks and contemporary creative practices, the book traces the cultural, ecological and imaginative significance of birds across generations.
- Birds of Aotearoa: Explore the extraordinary birdlife that has shaped New Zealand's natural and cultural landscape.
- Art across generations: Features ancient rock art, taonga Māori, colonial and scientific illustrations, alongside contemporary works.
- Diverse creative practices: Includes sculpture, weaving, carving, ceramics, painting and photography.
- Culture & ecology: Explores the relationship between people, birds, land and the life force of Aotearoa.
- Richly visual: A compelling celebration of birds through the eyes of many of New Zealand's significant artists.
