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Description for The Whale Rider
Hardcover. Editor(s): Ihimaera, Witi. Series: New Windmills. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: YQCR. Category: (E) Primary & Secondary Education. Dimension: 186 x 132 x 12. Weight in Grams: 208.
A mystical story of Maori cultureThe 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. Age 11+Ideal for studying multi-cultural texts, gender and environmental issues. The beautifully poetic style and twin narrative lends itself to the analysis of language.To automatically receive all the latest ... Read more
A mystical story of Maori cultureThe 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. Age 11+Ideal for studying multi-cultural texts, gender and environmental issues. The beautifully poetic style and twin narrative lends itself to the analysis of language.To automatically receive all the latest ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Pearson Education Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Series
New Windmills
Condition
New
Number of Pages
144
Place of Publication
Harlow, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780435131081
SKU
V9780435131081
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-50
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