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“The book, and the CDs, are taonga. The result of a mission by poets Jan Kemp and Jack Ross, they reproduce the poetic voices of our past. … But what is the bigger story of this collection? It is a treasure of voice and poem. I am hoping it is the beginning of a longer series. Every school should…” quote by Jack Ross
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““The book, and the CDs, are taonga. The result of a mission by poets Jan Kemp and Jack Ross, they reproduce the poetic voices of our past. … But what is the bigger story of this collection? It is a treasure of voice and poem. I am hoping it is the beginning of a longer series. Every school should have one. There is much to ponder on, to celebrate here. And people searching for poems for significant occasions could do well to buy this book. It is of our people. – Peter Wells, New Zealand Herald””

Jack Ross

About This Quote

The collection of poetic works is a cultural treasure, intended to inspire education and celebration of heritage.

In simple terms: Poetry collection is a cultural treasure.

Key Takeaway

Promote poetic heritage in schools.

Themes

culture poetry heritage

Mood

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Type

Book:1 Books:1 Goals:1 New zealand:1 Poetry:1 Voice Poem:1 Voices Past:1 Poetic Voices:1 Searching Poems:1 Poems Significant:1

When to use this quote

  • Not all will engage with poetry.

Key Concepts

education literary preservation community events

Questions to Reflect On

  • proud
  • inspirational
A Different Perspective

How can poetry be made relevant?;What benefits does cultural heritage provide?

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