Waiora, Home Fires and The Prophet Books in Order

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The Waiora, Home Fires and The Prophet series by Hone Kouka explores themes of cultural identity, family, and social displacement, primarily through the experiences of Māori characters. Set in New Zealand, the trilogy examines the tensions between tradition and modernity, as well as the impact of historical and personal loss. The works are interconnected, with characters and themes recurring across the plays, reflecting ongoing struggles and relationships within a Māori community.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

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    Waiora

    1997 · Hone Kouka

    Waiora Te Ūkaipō - The Homeland is a 1996 play by New Zealand playwright Hone Kouka. It explores the social dislocation experienced by Māori who…

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    The Prophet

    2007 · Hone Kouka

    The Prophet is a play set on a basketball court over three days. Five cousins, from different parts of the country and with distinct personalities,…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Waiora, Home Fires and The Prophet books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Waiora”. Start with “Waiora.”

How many books are in the Waiora, Home Fires and The Prophet series?

We list 3 books by Hone Kouka , published between 1997–2007.

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.