A short collection of seven translated legends from the Cook Islands. This collection concludes with a brief archaeological survey of sites (such as marae and burial chambers) on Atiu island, some of which are referenced in the legends.

The survey was the most interesting part for me, even if it's not the point of the collection (I've an interest in archaeology). My favourite story of the seven was "Aketairi the Heroine", wherein the title character defended her home from a war party, organising the women to slaughter the invaders.