{"title":"John Bluck","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful writings of John Bluck, an esteemed author in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category. Bluck, known for his engaging narrative and profound reflections, offers readers a unique glimpse into personal and cultural identities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eBecoming Pakeha\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling memoir that explores his journey of understanding and integrating the dual aspects of his heritage. Through his eloquent prose, Bluck delves into themes of identity, belonging, and the intersections of personal and cultural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Bluck's writings resonate with audiences seeking to explore the intricacies of identity and the rich tapestry of life experiences. Whether you are new to his work or a devoted reader, his books promise an enriching literary adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"becoming-pakeha-by-john-bluck-9781775542100","title":"Becoming Pakeha","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA journey between two cultures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter more than 200 years of co-existence under the umbrella of a unique treaty, you might think things would be better than ever. In this perceptive and piercing book, John Bluck argues that Pākehā and Māori worlds grow ever more separate. The Aotearoa of today is a landscape of two predominant cultures, overlaid with so many others, fractured and more likely to erupt than Ruapehu. But has it always been this way?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecoming Pākehā\u003c\/em\u003e follows the author's life, growing up as a Pākehā in a Māori village in the 1950s, and illustrates how New Zealand used to be, the history and shared experience that shaped it. The book also discusses the discomfort of being Pākehā today, and how Pākehā might live with their past and get used to wearing the name, until they find a better one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking at everything from failed models of bicultural harmony to what's likely to bring the treaty partners together—or push them further apart—\u003cem\u003eBecoming Pākehā\u003c\/em\u003e is a timely read for anyone who wants to understand Māori-Pākehā relations in Aotearoa New Zealand today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'This is a book I've long been trying not to write. It ought to be easy, but it's not. I began under the cover of a pseudonym, because some of my friends who will read it won't stay friends. Then I decided not to worry about that. And besides, it has to be a personal story, as it is for many other unsettled Pākehā who relish the privilege of living here, and have spent a lifetime trying to belong in this land.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46626883633388,"sku":"9781775542100","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4293203482820.jpg?v=1751873112"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/john-bluck.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}