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Earth Dragon, Fire Hare

by Ken Catran
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Earth Dragon, Fire Hare - Thryft
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New Zealand's untold war tale, destiny intertwined.

If you're drawn to stories that delve into less-explored historical events and human connections across cultural divides, "Earth Dragon, Fire Hare" might captivate you. Ken Catran presents a poignant narrative set against the complex backdrop of the Malayan conflict. The fates of a Kiwi soldier and a Chinese Malay fighter are told with an intensity and depth that not only educate but also move you, making this book a hidden gem for those interested in the personal dimension of warfare.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Earth Dragon, Fire Hare

by Ken Catran
RM34.00 MYR Now RM15.00 MYR Save 56%
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ISBN: 9781869509415
Author: Ken Catran
Publisher: HarperCollins New Zealand
Date of Publication: 2012-04-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Young Adult, Historical Fiction, Drama
Related Topics: War, World War II, Coming of Age
Goodreads rating: 3.59
(rated by 44 readers)

Description

The ultimate tale of New Zealand's forgotten war - Malaya 1948 - and two men's linked destinies, foretold by horoscope and forged in battle.the conflict in Malaysia during and after World War two, as seen from the perspectives of a Kiwi soldier (Peter) and a Chinese Malay freedom fighter (Ng). Against a background of culture clash and political and individual conflicts, two young men are drawn inexorably together as victims and products of the Malay conflict. Will events or their deeper selves guide them when their backs are against the wall? An action-packed, compelling, and ultimately moving book about a war that in which New Zealand participated, but which has not been written about.
 

New Zealand's untold war tale, destiny intertwined.

If you're drawn to stories that delve into less-explored historical events and human connections across cultural divides, "Earth Dragon, Fire Hare" might captivate you. Ken Catran presents a poignant narrative set against the complex backdrop of the Malayan conflict. The fates of a Kiwi soldier and a Chinese Malay fighter are told with an intensity and depth that not only educate but also move you, making this book a hidden gem for those interested in the personal dimension of warfare.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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