here Winner of the fiction section of the New Zealand Book Awards in 1987 and equal third prize in the Wattle Book Awards in 1986. In a small coastal community threatened by developers it is a time of fear and confusion and growing anger… Patricia Grace’s bestselling novel Potiki is a work of spellbinding power in which the myths of older times are woven into the political world of today. “Delicate in its blend of prose and poetry, yet powerful in its statement of cultural identity, this chronicle of a Maori whanau expertly weaves together the timelessness of Maori mythology with contemporary political realities. Although Potiki is significant for me for its affirmation and reflection of familiar cultural images, it has wide appeal with its deep emotional, moral and social content.” Miriam a Evans, Dominion “The New Zealand author tells a vivid and mesmerizing story as she blends tribal myth with political realities and offers shrewd insights into human nature. The unique book is also full of exotic symbolism and language…
.” US Publishers Weekly “This book establishes what her earlier novel and stories promised that, along with Keri Hulme, she is our finest Maori novelist… It remains a minor masterpiece.” Michael King, Metro “Patricia Grace’s writing is as delicate as Japanese brushwork, yet as poignant and throat-aching as the loss of a loved one.” Ara pera Blank, NZ Listener What do you think about this book? Write an online review and share your thoughts with others. What others are buying People who bought this book also bought… Ricochet Baby A Barbarous Tongue Other Halves Daughter Buffalo The Family Man.
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