Chappy
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- $19.99
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- $19.99
Publisher Description
Spanning several decades and several continents and set against the backdrop of a changing New Zealand, Chappy is a compelling story of enduring love.
Uprooted from his privileged European life and sent to New Zealand to sort himself out, twenty-one-year-old Daniel pieces together the history of his Maori family. As his relatives revisit their past, Daniel learns of a remarkable love story between his Maori grandmother Oriwia and his Japanese grandfather Chappy. The more Daniel hears about his deceased grandfather, the more intriguing – and elusive – Chappy becomes.
In this touching portrayal of family life, acclaimed writer Patricia Grace explores racial intolerance, cross-cultural conflicts and the universal desire to belong.
Also available as an eBook.
Customer Reviews
All About Family
Chappy is a genealogy of a Māori family. It is a moving, beautiful family drama that explores the idea of home while also highlights the individuals’ struggle to deal with the constantly changing world. It is also a story of wars, mobilities, modernization, and a quest for identity.