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Discover the power of storytelling with Patricia Grace's 'Potiki', a prize-winning classic novel that resonates profoundly with contemporary challenges. This compelling B-format paperback, published by Penguin NZ in 2001, spans 192 pages of captivating prose that intricately weaves the timeless myths of indigenous peoples into today's pressing political realities.
Set against the backdrop of a small coastal community, 'Potiki' explores the fierce battle against land development and the destruction of ancestral homes. Follow the journey of the prophet child Tokowaru-i-te-Marama as he guides his people through fear, confusion, and a burgeoning sense of righteous anger. This gripping narrative showcases the turbulent conflicts when the bulldozers of greed threaten to obliterate their culture and sacred spaces. Patricia Grace's lyrical style ensures that every page immerses readers in the emotional depth of the characters' experiences.
Whether you’re a fan of literary fiction, interested in New Zealand's rich cultural heritage, or seeking an impactful read that prompts reflection on ecological and social justice, 'Potiki' is an essential addition to your bookshelf. Winner of the New Zealand Book Awards in 1987, this work is as relevant today as it was upon its release.
Order your copy now and experience the brilliance of Patricia Grace's storytelling. Fast delivery options ensure you won’t have to wait long to dive into this transformative literary experience.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140088038
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2001
Publisher: Penguin NZ
Pages: 192
Description:
A prize-winning classic novel, as relevant today as when it was first written.
Patricia Grace's classic novel is a work of spellbinding power in which the myths of older times are inextricably woven into the political realities of today.
In a small coastal community threatened by developers who would ravage their lands it is a time of fear and confusion - and growing anger. The prophet child Tokowaru-i-te-Marama shares his people's struggles against bulldozers and fast money talk. When dramatic events menace the marae, his grief threatens to burst beyond the confines of his twisted body. His all-seeing eye looks forward to a strange and terrible new dawn.
Potiki won the New Zealand Book Awards in 1987.
Set against the backdrop of a small coastal community, 'Potiki' explores the fierce battle against land development and the destruction of ancestral homes. Follow the journey of the prophet child Tokowaru-i-te-Marama as he guides his people through fear, confusion, and a burgeoning sense of righteous anger. This gripping narrative showcases the turbulent conflicts when the bulldozers of greed threaten to obliterate their culture and sacred spaces. Patricia Grace's lyrical style ensures that every page immerses readers in the emotional depth of the characters' experiences.
Whether you’re a fan of literary fiction, interested in New Zealand's rich cultural heritage, or seeking an impactful read that prompts reflection on ecological and social justice, 'Potiki' is an essential addition to your bookshelf. Winner of the New Zealand Book Awards in 1987, this work is as relevant today as it was upon its release.
Order your copy now and experience the brilliance of Patricia Grace's storytelling. Fast delivery options ensure you won’t have to wait long to dive into this transformative literary experience.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140088038
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2001
Publisher: Penguin NZ
Pages: 192
Description:
A prize-winning classic novel, as relevant today as when it was first written.
Patricia Grace's classic novel is a work of spellbinding power in which the myths of older times are inextricably woven into the political realities of today.
In a small coastal community threatened by developers who would ravage their lands it is a time of fear and confusion - and growing anger. The prophet child Tokowaru-i-te-Marama shares his people's struggles against bulldozers and fast money talk. When dramatic events menace the marae, his grief threatens to burst beyond the confines of his twisted body. His all-seeing eye looks forward to a strange and terrible new dawn.
Potiki won the New Zealand Book Awards in 1987.