Pātea Boys
Pātea Boys
Pātea Boys
From the bestselling author of The Bone Tree comes a lively and playful bilingual collection of stories about growing up in Patea.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionThe stories paint a lively picture of childhood escapades—sneaking away during cross-country races, performing daring jumps off the local bridge while the lifeguard isn't looking, and learning the value of resilience and community at the marae. Through these vignettes, readers will find themselves transported to a world where the simplicity of life is celebrated, yet filled with profound moments of joy, mischief, and learning.
One cannot help but be drawn in by the charm of Ngarewa's storytelling. Crashing a car at the age of four or peeling spuds on the marae serves not just as anecdotes but as deeper reflections on the values and traditions of tikanga Māori. The emphasis is on living by the unspoken rule of 'don't ask, don't tell', adding layers of cultural authenticity and intrigue to the vibrant narrative.
Exuberant, exciting, and heartfelt, Pātea Boys is a testament to the joy and complexity of growing up in Patea. Each story is presented authentically in both English and te reo Māori, making it a perfect resource for those on their reo learning journeys, as well as for readers who relished Ngarewa's previous work, The Bone Tree. This collection is a celebration of language, identity, and the indomitable spirit of community, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Aotearoa.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781869718299
Publisher: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 27 August 2024
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Moa Press
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 153.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 272
About the Author
Born and raised in Patea, Airana Ngarewa (Ngati Ruanui, Nga Rauru, Ngaruahine) is the author of the bestselling novel The Bone Tree.He won the short story and poetry competitions at the Ronald Hugh Morrieson Literary Awards in 2022.
His writing has also been published by RNZ, NZ Herald, Newsroom and Landfall.Also by Airana Ngarewa
View allMore from General Fiction
View allWhy buy from us?
Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent specialist on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!
Service & Delivery
Our cozy 200m2 warehouse in Auckland holds over 10,000 books in-stock so you're not waiting for books to arrive from overseas.
Auckland Pick Ups
We're an online-only store but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our warehouse in Hobsonville.
Our Gifting Service
Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.