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Biography & Memoir· Fiji

The Pacific Way: A Memoir

by Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1997English
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About This Book

Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara's The Pacific Way: A Memoir (1997) stands as one of the most significant works of biography & memoir of its era. This memoir by Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara, the founding father of modern Fiji, provides a personal and political history of the nation. It offers insights into the challenges of leading a newly independent country and the complexities of Pacific politics. Mara's narrative is a crucial document for understanding Fiji's path to independence and its subsequent political developments. Themes of leadership, independence, political challenges run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorRatu Sir Kamisese Mara
Published1997
Country of Origin🇫🇯 Fiji
LanguageEnglish
Category✍️ Biography & Memoir
ISBN9780824819251
Editorial Score30/100
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Pacific Way: A Memoir about?

This memoir by Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara, the founding father of modern Fiji, provides a personal and political history of the nation. It offers insights into the challenges of leading a newly independent country and the complexities of Pacific politics. Mara's narrative is a crucial document for understanding Fiji's path to independence and its subsequent political developments.

Who wrote The Pacific Way: A Memoir?

The Pacific Way: A Memoir was written by Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara, from Fiji. First published in 1997.

What awards has The Pacific Way: A Memoir won?

The Pacific Way: A Memoir has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Pacific Way: A Memoir worth reading?

The Pacific Way: A Memoir 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 leadership, independence, political challenges.

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The Pacific Way: A Memoir is classified as Biography & Memoir. True accounts of real lives, told by the subject or a biographer.

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The Pacific Way: A Memoir originates from Fiji's literary tradition. Explore more books from Fiji on our country page.

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