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A Place to Stand by Clare Ward is a profound memoir that delves into the life of a country doctor living and working in the Hokianga Harbour area in the far north of Aotearoa New Zealand. This region is sparsely populated and poses numerous health challenges....
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A country doctor's life in remote Hokianga, spanning more than thirty years.
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A Place to Stand by Clare Ward is a profound memoir that delves into the life of a country doctor living and working in the Hokianga Harbour area in the far north of Aotearoa New Zealand. This region is sparsely populated and poses numerous health challenges.
This thoughtful account details Clare’s thirty-year career, highlighting the people she works with and the remote and isolated landscape in which she practises.
Clare explores her position as a Pākehā in a predominantly Māori world with respect and acknowledges her standing as an outsider. She thoughtfully narrates people's stories, ensuring their dignity and anonymity is preserved.
Her understated writing style offers readers a glimpse into the complex world of a rural doctor, drawing them into the lives and experiences of those she serves.
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ISBN: 9781991142429
Publisher: Allen & Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 16 June 2026
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: A&U New Zealand
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 135.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 272
About the Author
Clare Ward works as a rural doctor in the Hokianga Harbour area in the far north of Aotearoa New Zealand.
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