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The Fish of Maui
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The Fish of Maui
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Peter Gossage
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:32 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 297,Width 210 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780143505174
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| Classifications | Dewey:398.20993 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Penguin Group (NZ)
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| Imprint |
Puffin
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| Publication Date |
30 November 2011 |
| Publication Country |
New Zealand
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Description
A beloved Maori myth about the origin of New Zealand's North Island, as told by the iconic author and illustrator Peter Gossage. Maui's jealous brothers don't want him to come fishing with them. Maui is cleverer than they are, however, and not only does he trick them, but he catches the best fish of all. Also available as a Maori-English text, Te-Ika-a-Maui/The Fish of Maui Read all the Maori myths by Peter Gossage!
Author Biography
Peter Gossage is the storyteller and illustrator of many published works, including myths such as Hinemoa and Tutanekai and Pania of the Reef. His distinctive artistic style is loved by adults and children alike, and his retelling of old and interesting myths is done in such a way that they are easily accessible to readers of many ages. Peter lives in Auckland.
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