Once Were Warriors by Alan Duff
Set in a gritty urban landscape, this powerful narrative delves into the lives of a Maori family struggling with poverty, violence, and cultural dislocation in New Zealand. The story centers around the Heke family, particularly the matriarch Beth, who battles to keep her family together amidst the chaos of her husband's alcoholism and the societal pressures that threaten to tear them apart. Through raw and unflinching prose, the novel explores themes of identity, resilience, and the enduring strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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- Published
- 1990
- Nationality
- New Zealand
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 12th on The 50 best New Zealand books of the past 50 years (Spinoff)
- 2212th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 501 Must-Read Books (LibraryThing)