The Ihimaera, Witi 1944- creator text novel nz Auckland, N.Z Vintage 2011 monographic eng

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318 p. : 24 cm. "Sets the remarkable story of Erenora against the historical background of the turbulent and compelling events that occurred in Parihaka during the 1870s and 1880s. Parihaka is the place Erenora calls home, a peaceful Taranaki settlement overcome by war and land confiscation. As her world is threatened, Erenora must find within herself the strength, courage and ingenuity to protect those whom she loves. And, like a Shakespearean heroine, she must change herself before she can take up her greatest challenge and save her exiled husband, Horitana" adolescent Witi Ihimaera. Maori (New Zealand people) Fiction New Zealand History 1876-1918 Fiction 9781869797294 2011505551 111027 20181127180519.0 5900