12 Huia Birds / 12 Manu Huia
(Hardback, 2nd Multilingual edition)
Publishing Details
12 Huia Birds / 12 Manu Huia
By (Author) Julian Stokoe
Illustrated by Stacy Eyles
Translated by Lois McIver
Oratia Media
Oratia Books
14th July 2020
2nd Multilingual edition
New Zealand
Classifications
Children
Fiction
Zoology and animal sciences
821.92
Physical Properties
Hardback
32
Width 210mm, Height 270mm, Spine 8mm
375g
Description
12 beautiful huia birds play and sing in the forest. But is that a canoe arriving A rat sniffling A ship on the horizon One by one, the huia start to disappear - what will remain 12 Huia Birds is a captivating celebration of one of our loveliest birds. Through gentle rhyme and colourful imagery it subtly conveys an environmental message - and includes links to a 12 Huia Birds app, educational resources and games. Previously published in hardback in English, this popular book is now back with Maori text in a quality paperback. The Listener called the first edition A striking reminder of the many ways this beautiful bird was wiped out.
Reviews
A striking reminder of the many ways this beautiful bird was wiped out. Listener, 2016
Author Bio
Julian Stokoe is a mixed media and animation who has worked widely in TV and design. He is director of mobile media developer Yoozoo. Julian lives with his wife and family in Laingholm, Auckland. Stacy Eyles (Ngti Porou) is an art director, artist, and award-winning illustrator based in Wellington. He produces work in many different media, ranging from canvas and murals to clothing and television.
