The whale rider

As her beloved grandfather, chief of the Maori tribe of Whangara, New Zealand, struggles to lead in difficult times and to find a male successor, young Kahu is developing a mysterious relationship with whales, particularly the ancient bull whale whose legendary rider was their ancestor.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Ihimaera, Witi Tame, 1944-
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: Orlando : Harcourt, 2003.
Edition:1st U.S. ed.
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