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IN THE BEGINNING

20th Anniversary Edition
By Peter Gossage
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In the Beginning introduces the captivating creation myth of Maori legend, gracefully retold through Peter Gossage’s vibrant style. This story begins with Ranginui, the father, and Papatuanuku, the mother. Gossage's bold design and concise text recount the struggles of the children of Rangi and Papa as... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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IN THE BEGINNING

The creation myth of Maori legend is simply told in Peter Gossage’s vibrant style. Bold design and brief text recount the struggle of the children of Rangi and Papa as they try to part their parents and bring light to the world. The reader is introduce to each of the children (Maori gods) and they role they play in the world.

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In the Beginning introduces the captivating creation myth of Maori legend, gracefully retold through Peter Gossage’s vibrant style. This story begins with Ranginui, the father, and Papatuanuku, the mother.

Gossage's bold design and concise text recount the struggles of the children of Rangi and Papa as they endeavour to part their parents and bring light to the world. Through this tale, readers are introduced to each of the children, the Maori gods, and the roles they play in the world.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781775436850

Publisher: Scholastic New Zealand Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2021

Country: New Zealand

Imprint: Scholastic New Zealand

Contributors:

  • Translated by Katerina Te Heikoko Mataira

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 0g

Pages: 40

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