The Whale Rider
Ihimaera, Witi2005
Book
Total copies: 3
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,
Main title:
The Whale Rider / Witi Ihimaera.
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Imprint:
Heinemann Library, 2005.
Collation:
194x1mm. : 232gm.
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ISBN:
9780435131081 (hbk)0435131087 (hbk)
Dewey class:
823.914
Language:
English
BRN:
391943