About this title: Though she is a girl, and young, Kahu is designated the Whale Rider in her Maori tribe. But the position also brings with it the honor of chiefdom. Kahu must prove that she is worthy. This novel by a Maori is the basis for a critically acclaimed film.
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Description: Good. Former Library book. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Harcourt Children's Books
Date Published: 2003
ISBN-13:9780152050177ISBN:0152050175
Description: Good. Used item may show library stamps, stickers and marks. Buy with confidence-your satisfaction is guaranteed at B-Logistics! Due to the large scale of our operation, we do not have access to the specific contents/condition of our items. Please note that Expedited shipping is not available at this time. read more
Description: Good. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Harcourt
Date Published: 2003
ISBN-13:9780152050160ISBN:0152050167
Description: Very Good. I. Very nice paperback. No spine crease. Light wear. Text is clean, unmarked, tight. All items are carefully and securely packed to insure they arrive in the advertised condition. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Reed New Zealand
Date Published: 2002-11
ISBN-13:9780790008691ISBN:0790008696
Description: Good. Paperback. Good to Very Good. Cover shows light wear to edges, no spine creasing. Back cover has price sticker. Pages are clean and white, no markings. Binding is excellent. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Robson Books Ltd
Date Published: 2003
ISBN-13:9781861057044ISBN:1861057040
Description: Good. Ex library **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Reed New Zealand
Date Published: 2003
ISBN-13:9780790009315ISBN:0790009315
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"I read this one for my 7th grade class. It is actually the third or fourth time I've read it for one reason or another, and I cry every time I get to Kahu diving for the stone. This book is a true pleasure. Entirely accessible, culturally rich, a heartwarming social commentary, and enough magic to please most readers. Definitely worth sitting down for a little while and giving a chance. Maybe it's not for everyone, but, in my opinion, it is quite the epic little story. (Also, I see a good deal of people here prefer the film version of this story. I have also seen the film, but after reading the book. I wonder if, in this case, the two versions are each equally powerful, but we might tend to prefer the form in which we were first exposed to the story?)"
"Rarely will I say it, but the movie is amazing and so much better than the book. My mother is from New Zealand and so the characters, trials, and songs in the movie were incredibly developed. The book is a good read, but the movie was spectacular."
I enjoyed the story of this book a lot. I really really wish it had been written to tell more about the girl. From her point of view, or from a narrator point of view telling her story. Having it from the view of the uncle was interesting, but took away some of my interest from the girl and her fascinating story.
I have heard that the movie is more about the girl, so I look forward to seeing that!"
"This book was very fascinating. I really liked it. Not only was the story good, but it gave a lot of insight into Maori culture. I think it would be interesting/appropriate for younger readers too, which I am always looking for for my kids. There is one minor swear word in it....."
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