The Story of the Kakapo : Parrot of the Night - Softcover

Temple, Philip; Gaskin, Chris

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1877135348 ISBN 13: 9781877135347

Publisher: Longacre Press, 2000

Synopsis

The story of one kakapo escaping from a wild cat, finding a new home and learning to survive. A fascinating, and poignant New Zealand wildlife story. A magical myth for children 6 to 10 years.

Philip Temple and Chris Gaskin have combined their skills to produce some of New Zealand’s finest picture books for children. Here is a revised and updated edition of one of their most popular books, the only book of its kind available about the much loved kakapo.

About this title

About the Author:

Author Philip Temple is well known for his books about the great outdoors. His six adult novels include the enormously successful kea stories Beak of the Moon and Dark of the Moon. His children’s books include Kotuku, the

Flight of the White Heron; Krakto, Champion of the World; Moa, the Story of a Fabulous Bird.

Chris Gaskin is a leading children’s picture book and wildlife artist. He’s won many awards for his illustrations including the Russell Clark Award three times. His books include The Natural World of New Zealand, Joseph’s Boat, A Walk to the Beach, and Duckat.

About this edition

• Publisher: Longacre Press
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 1877135348
• ISBN 13: 9781877135347
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32