Weaving a beautiful narrative of heritage, culture and the enduring strength of family bonds, The Lost Words is a daughter’s account of her mother’s journey through the rich tapestry of te reo Maori
My Mum is collecting words.
You see, a long time ago,
lots of the words were left out or replaced.
Slowly they were forgotten.
A powerful and moving story that will appeal to young readers and adults alike.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 24
Imprint: HACHETTE LIVRE NZ
Publication date: 12/08/2025
Illustrator: Tiave, Taylor Terewai
