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The Island's Voice
Short Stories· Kiribati

The Island's Voice

by Ioteba Tamuera
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 2012English
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About This Book

Ioteba Tamuera's The Island's Voice (2012) stands as one of the most significant works of short stories of its era. The Island's Voice is a collection of short stories by Ioteba Tamuera, offering a glimpse into the everyday lives of the people of Kiribati. The stories explore themes of family, tradition, and resilience, and are celebrated for their authentic portrayal of island life and the challenges faced by its inhabitants. Themes of family, tradition, resilience run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorIoteba Tamuera
Published2012
Country of Origin🇰🇮 Kiribati
LanguageEnglish
Category📄 Short Stories
Editorial Score30/100
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📄 Short Stories

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Country of Origin

🇰🇮 Kiribati

This book is part of Kiribati's rich literary tradition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Island's Voice about?

The Island's Voice is a collection of short stories by Ioteba Tamuera, offering a glimpse into the everyday lives of the people of Kiribati. The stories explore themes of family, tradition, and resilience, and are celebrated for their authentic portrayal of island life and the challenges faced by its inhabitants.

Who wrote The Island's Voice?

The Island's Voice was written by Ioteba Tamuera, from Kiribati. First published in 2012.

What awards has The Island's Voice won?

The Island's Voice has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Island's Voice worth reading?

The Island's Voice is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in family, tradition, resilience.

Where can I buy The Island's Voice?

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What category is The Island's Voice?

The Island's Voice is classified as Short Stories. Collections of concise fiction exploring a wide range of human experience.

What country is The Island's Voice from?

The Island's Voice originates from Kiribati's literary tradition. Explore more books from Kiribati on our country page.

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