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Once Were Warriors
Book • 1998
Alan Duff's 'Once Were Warriors' is a stark and unflinching portrayal of urban Māori family life in New Zealand.
The novel delves into the devastating effects of poverty, violence, and cultural dislocation on the Heke family.
Beth Heke, the matriarch, struggles to hold her family together amidst her husband Jake's explosive temper and bouts of alcohol-fueled rage.
Their children face their own battles, with eldest son Nig grappling with gang culture and daughter Grace seeking solace in writing.
The book explores themes of identity, cultural pride, and the enduring strength of the human spirit, offering a powerful commentary on the challenges faced by marginalized communities.
The novel delves into the devastating effects of poverty, violence, and cultural dislocation on the Heke family.
Beth Heke, the matriarch, struggles to hold her family together amidst her husband Jake's explosive temper and bouts of alcohol-fueled rage.
Their children face their own battles, with eldest son Nig grappling with gang culture and daughter Grace seeking solace in writing.
The book explores themes of identity, cultural pride, and the enduring strength of the human spirit, offering a powerful commentary on the challenges faced by marginalized communities.
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