Grammar of the New Zealand language (2nd edition)

** "Grammar of the New Zealand Language" by Robert Maunsell is a 19th-century manual designed to make the Māori language understandable to learners. It explains how the language works including how it is structured and how words are said, including the rules that govern it. The book begins with notes about long sounds in vowels and how the writing works. It also explains why a second edition was needed because more people wanted to learn Māori and the author wanted to make it easier for beginners. The book touches on different ways Māori is spoken throughout the North Island, noting that while variations exist, the grammar remains consistent. The author clearly puts emphasis on explaining the language in a way that is easy to follow. **