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Collected Stories: Patricia Grace is a mesmerising anthology that captures the heart and essence of New Zealand's vibrant cultural landscape. Renowned for her extraordinary storytelling prowess, Patricia Grace delves deep into the lives, traditions, and experiences of the Maori community, weaving rich and compelling narratives that... Read More
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Collected Stories: Patricia Grace

This collection brings together all the stories contained in "Waiariki", "The Dream Sleepers", and "Electric City"

This is one of the finest collections of stories by any New Zealand writer.

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Collected Stories: Patricia Grace is a mesmerising anthology that captures the heart and essence of New Zealand's vibrant cultural landscape. Renowned for her extraordinary storytelling prowess, Patricia Grace delves deep into the lives, traditions, and experiences of the Maori community, weaving rich and compelling narratives that resonate with authenticity and emotional depth.

This collected edition brings together all the stories from her first three celebrated collections, offering readers a comprehensive look at her exceptional body of work. Grace's stories are known for their vivid imagery, strong characterisation, and profound insights into human nature and societal issues. She has an innate ability to portray the everyday realities of life while infusing her tales with a sense of magic and spirituality.

Her characters are diverse and multifaceted, ranging from the young and old to the hopeful and the heartbroken. Through their voices, Grace explores themes of family, community, identity, and resilience. Each story stands alone yet carries the threads of collective experience and shared heritage, making this collection a seamless and enriching read.

This anthology reflects Grace's deep connection to her heritage and her commitment to giving voice to the often-overlooked narratives of the Maori people. Her writing is both a celebration and a critique, challenging readers to confront the complexities of cultural intersections and the enduring impact of colonialism.

Whether you're a long-time admirer or a new reader, Collected Stories: Patricia Grace is a testament to the power of storytelling and a vital addition to any literary collection. Grace's evocative prose and profound storytelling abilities make this a collection that will linger in your mind long after the last page is turned.

Also available as an eBook, this anthology is accessible to readers who prefer digital formats. Patricia Grace's stories will transport you to another world, inviting you to explore the rich tapestry of New Zealand's cultural narrative.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141006093

Publisher: Penguin Group (NZ)

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2001

Country: New Zealand

Imprint: Penguin Books (NZ)

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

Patricia Grace (Ngati Toa, Ngati Raukawa and Te Ati Awa) is one of New Zealand's most celebrated writers. She has published over 35 titles, including novels, short-story collections, works of non-fiction and books for children, a number of which have been translated into te reo Maori. Among numerous awards, she won the Goodman Fielder Wattie Book Awards in 1986 for the much-loved Potiki, which also won the New Zealand Fiction Award in 1987. She was longlisted for the Booker Prize in 2001 with Dogside Story, which won the Kiriyama Pacific Rim Fiction Prize. Tu won the 2005 Montana New Zealand Book Awards Fiction Prize and the Deutz Medal for Fiction and Poetry. Her children's story The Kuia and the Spider won the Children's Picture Book of the Year and she has also won the New Zealand Book Awards For Children and Young Adults Te Kura Pounamu Award. Patricia was born in Wellington and lives in Plimmerton on ancestral land, in close proximity to her home marae at Hongoeka Bay. Her book Cousins was made into an internationally-acclaimed film in 2021, directed by daughter in law Briar Grace-Smith and Ainsley Gardiner.

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