Taniwha

by Robyn Kahukiwa

A little boy has made friends with the taniwha in his river, but no-one believes him. The taniwha takes the boy on a journey through time and myth where he meets some amazing characters, gathering the earth's treasures as he goes.

Genres: Childrens

32 pages, Paperback

First published November 12, 1986

About the author

Robyn Fletcher Kahukiwa was a New Zealand artist, children's book author, and illustrator. She created a significant collection of paintings, books, prints, drawings, and sculptures.

Reviews

[Mir · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really nice illustrations, a lot artier than the cover suggests.

[Sarah Newman · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was given to my small human for her birthday, and I remember it vividly from being small myself. Beautiful illustrations.