Witi Ihimaera
Witi Ihimaera is a renowned Māori author from New Zealand, celebrated for his contributions to literature that reflect Māori culture and identity. He is best known for his novels, including 'The Whale Rider,' which was adapted into a successful film. As a pioneer in Māori writing, Ihimaera has been instrumental in fostering new talent through mentorship programs, emphasizing the importance of indigenous perspectives in storytelling.
Born on Feb 07, 1944 (81 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| New Zealand | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 3,305 | $210,000 | 144$ |
| Totals | 1 | 4,822,233 | 3,305 | $210,000 | 144$ |
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New Zealand:
Witi Ihimaera is an author involved in the project A Ariā me te Atua o te Kūmara.
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New Zealand:
Witi Ihimaera champions Māori writers with mentorship programmes.
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