The Whale Rider

Author: Witi Ihimaera

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  • : $26.00 NZD
  • : 9780143011392
  • : Penguin Group New Zealand, Limited
  • : Penguin Books (NZ)
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  • : 0.185973
  • : July 2008
  • : 198mm X 129mm
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Barcode 9780143011392
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Description

The birth of a daughter - Kahu - breaks the lineage of a Maori tribe. Rejected by her grandfather, Kahu develops the ability to communicate with whales, echoing those of the ancient Whale Rider after whom she was named. This magical and mythical novel tells of the conflict between tradition and heritage, from the perspective of Kahu's grandfather, and Kahu's destiny to secure the tribe's future.