This book is an exploration of karanga, written by a renowned kaikaranga, Raina Ferris, who also teaches the foundations of karanga and how to karanga.

The first part of the book gives Raina Ferris’s personal story of becoming and being a kaikaranga. The second part of the book explores the values, beliefs and worldview underpinning karanga and provides guidance on how to karanga, looking at the practicalities, techniques and responsibilities of a kaikaranga.

The book is a source of information about karanga and advocates for the thriving of karanga on marae.