One Boy, No Water
No. of pages 284
Published: 2012
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In "One Boy, No Water" by Lehua Parker, readers are introduced to a young boy named Toma who comes from a unique culture on a remote Hawaiian island where water is scarce, and survival depends on a deep connection to the land and sea. Toma struggles with his identity and the expectations placed upon him as he navigates the challenges of adolescence. When a severe drought strikes, he must rely on his ingenuity and the teachings of his ancestors to find solutions and protect his community. The story explores themes of resilience, belonging, and the importance of nature in shaping one's identity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 284 pages in this book. This book was published in 2012 by Jolly Fish Press .
Lehua Parker is an advocate of Hawaiian culture and literature; her writings often feature her island heritage and Hawaiian Pidgin. She is the author of the Niuhi Shark Saga series, and is a former school teacher and SCUBA instructor. She lives in Utah. Corey Egbert is an illustrator. He lives in Buena Vista, Virginia. Lehua Parker is an advocate of Hawaiian culture and literature; her writings often feature her island heritage and Hawaiian Pidgin. She is the author of the Niuhi Shark Saga series, and is a former school teacher and SCUBA instructor. She lives in Utah.