{"product_id":"a-conversation-with-my-country","title":"A Conversation with my Country","description":"Explore the heart of New Zealand through the insightful perspectives of Alan Duff in 'A Conversation with my Country'. This compelling trade paperback (UK edition) offers a fresh, personal account of contemporary New Zealand, diving deep into the challenges and changes faced by the nation and its people. Published in 2019 by Random House NZ, this 256-page book captures Alan Duff's candid observations on critical issues such as parenting, education, welfare systems, and the pervasive culture of entitlement that affects both M?ori and P?keh? communities. Having gained extensive experience and wisdom since his earlier works, Duff approaches these subjects with a unique viewpoint shaped by his return from France. Known for his fearless commentary, Duff sparks conversation and encourages readers to reflect on their own beliefs and values. Ideal for readers interested in New Zealand culture, social issues, and indigenous rights, this book is an essential addition to any library. Plus, enjoy FREE shipping on this thought-provoking read. Be part of the dialogue around New Zealand's evolving identity and social landscape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780143773269\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Trade paperback (UK)\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2019\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: RANDOM HOUSE NZ\u003cbr\u003ePages: 256\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription:\u003cbr\u003eA fresh, personal account of New Zealand, now, from one of our hardest-hitting writers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing Once Were Warriors, Alan Duff wrote Maori- The Crisis and the Challenge. His controversial comments shook the country. A quarter of a century later, New Zealand and Maoridom are in a very different place. And so is Alan - he has published many more books, had two films made of his works, founded the Duffy Books in Homes literacy programme and endured 'some less inspiring moments, including bankruptcy'. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReturned from living in France, he views his country with fresh eyes, as it is now- homing in on the crises in parenting, our prisons, education and welfare systems, and a growing culture of entitlement that entraps Pakeha and Maori alike. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNever one to shy away from being a whetstone on which others can sharpen their own opinions, Alan tells it how he sees it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item.  Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.","brand":"RANDOM HOUSE","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":43034425524313,"sku":"PR551490","price":51.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2551\/5502\/files\/9780143773269_SJ2V3C591WT9.jpg?v=1770003612","url":"https:\/\/smartfox.co.nz\/products\/a-conversation-with-my-country","provider":"SmartfoxNZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}