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EntertainmentSeptember 22

Spotlight on droving way of life

When it comes to chronicling New Zealand's agricultural history, much has been written about the role of shepherds and stockmen.
Spotlight on droving way of life
Spotlight on droving way of life
EntertainmentSeptember 22

Trials and tribulations behind Treble Cone

''It looks just like Tibet,'' was Tenzing Norgay's first-hand impression of Treble Cone in 1971.
Trials and tribulations behind Treble Cone
Trials and tribulations behind Treble Cone
EntertainmentSeptember 22

Exhaustive account of RAF Kiwis

Victory is a masterly overview and detailed account about the exploits and fates of New Zealanders in the RAF in 1944-45, the last two years of World War 2 and the fall of Germany. 
Exhaustive account of RAF Kiwis
Exhaustive account of RAF Kiwis
EntertainmentSeptember 22

Cure-all history quite the tonic

You know you are getting old if you remember taking any of the over-the-counter potions featured in this entertaining and informative book.
EntertainmentSeptember 22

Vibrant picture of the Pythons

John, Paul, George and Ringo. Larry, Curly and Moe. Huey, Dewey and Louie. Kim, Laila and Hone.
Vibrant picture of the Pythons
Vibrant picture of the Pythons
EntertainmentAugust 22

Dunedin man's sobering diary from the trenches

Nearly 100 years ago on July 1, 1916, Captain Charlie May, 22nd Manchester (Pals) Regiment, was killed by shellfire as he led B Company into battle. Also killed in action on that same fateful day in World War 1 were 19,240 British and Commonwealth troops.
Dunedin man's sobering diary from the trenches
Dunedin man's sobering diary from the trenches
EntertainmentAugust 22

Human triumphs and failures shown

Australian scribe Peter Grose, the author of two previous acclaimed World War 2 books with publishers (An Awkward Truth: the bombing of Darwin 1942 and A Very Rude Awakening: The night the Japanese midget subs came to Sydney Harbour) has penned another piece of intriguing World War 2 history, this one of French resistance and Oscar Schindler-like deception.
Human triumphs and failures shown
Human triumphs and failures shown
EntertainmentAugust 22

Lessons for any fisherman

I'm more of a saltwater fisherman these days and as a result this book sat gathering dust for a while before I picked it up to read. Prettyafter that I was disappointed; disappointed I had finished it that is.
Lessons for any fisherman
Lessons for any fisherman
EntertainmentAugust 22

Crimp a masterful storyteller

It is easy to see the cartoonist training in Daryl Crimp's writing; he has the ability to describe an event with a minimum of words, making for an often hilarious read.
Crimp a masterful storyteller
Crimp a masterful storyteller
EntertainmentAugust 22

Compelling book on hunting wapiti

This book should come with a warning: ''The contents may cause hardship and danger.''
Compelling book on hunting wapiti
Compelling book on hunting wapiti
EntertainmentAugust 22

'Lived history' burns with urgency and integrity

In troubled times, fresh new voices can emerge to point the way forward. In this case, the voice belongs to a 91-year-old former carpet salesman.
'Lived history' burns with urgency and integrity
'Lived history' burns with urgency and integrity
EntertainmentAugust 8

Starstruck

In Lorde: Your Heroine, published by Crows Nest, American celebrity biographer Marc Shapiro casts his eyes to New Zealand shores to chart the rise to fame of Ella Yelich-O'Connor, known to the world as Lorde.
Starstruck
Starstruck
EntertainmentAugust 8

Absorbing, compelling true story

This is one of the most fascinating reads in recent times; a more-than-50-year-old celebrity cold case revisited in the 21st century.
Absorbing, compelling true story
Absorbing, compelling true story
EntertainmentJuly 29

Leading architect's stunning legacy

Leading architect's stunning legacy
Leading architect's stunning legacy
EntertainmentJuly 29

Papers shed new insight on Einstein

Papers shed new insight on Einstein
Papers shed new insight on Einstein
EntertainmentJuly 29

Mounted Rifles' role straight from the horse's mouth

Devils on Horses is an inside look at the role the New Zealand Mounted Rifles played in the Middle East during WW1.
Mounted Rifles' role straight from the horse's mouth
Mounted Rifles' role straight from the horse's mouth
EntertainmentJuly 29

Shipwrecks and marine accidents

For lovers of a good wreck, Full Astern offers tales of loss and hardship set in New Zealand waters.
Shipwrecks and marine accidents
Shipwrecks and marine accidents
EntertainmentJuly 25

Soldiers' words and photos from WW1 front lines

This year marks the centenary of the outbreak of World War 1. This has been the start of many commemorations across the world, not the least of which will be next year's centenary of the Gallipoli landing.
Soldiers' words and photos from WW1 front lines
Soldiers' words and photos from WW1 front lines
EntertainmentJuly 25

Theories in lieu of facts on missing flight

''The Pope - No News.'' So trumpeted placards for the London Star evening newspaper in a flat patch many moons ago (it worked).  
Theories in lieu of facts on missing flight
Theories in lieu of facts on missing flight
EntertainmentJuly 25

Convincing account of personal discovery

This is a memoir spanning the first year of employment for an English graduate who had no great expectations of obtaining a job until a random encounter at a party led her to an agent and a surprise offer of work from one of the most prestigious literary agencies in America.
Convincing account of personal discovery
Convincing account of personal discovery
EntertainmentJuly 18

Updated book shows work done to support victims of abuse

The Rolf Harris trial has brought renewed focus on sexual abuse by men in powerful positions and makes this updated publication timely in terms of reminding readers about our own country's chequered history.
Updated book shows work done to support victims of abuse
Updated book shows work done to support victims of abuse
EntertainmentJuly 11

NZ soldier's story an engaging read

Accounts of New Zealanders' war experiences are now fairly common. It seems hundreds of old soldiers had a manuscript in them.
NZ soldier's story an engaging read
NZ soldier's story an engaging read
EntertainmentJuly 4

Captivating insight into Iranis' lives

Few places are as battered by Western stereotypes as Iran. And consequently, the exposure of Teheran through City of Lies is a welcome refreshment.
Captivating insight into Iranis' lives
Captivating insight into Iranis' lives
EntertainmentJune 27

Investigation a history and travelogue

If you have read much World War 1 history, you will probably have seen his face: Gavrilo Princip, that scrawny, weedy-moustached teenager who shot Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne, at Sarajevo in June 1914, lighting the match that sent most of Europe up in flames.
Investigation a history and travelogue
Investigation a history and travelogue
EntertainmentJune 27

Compelling story of hope

I'm a little sceptical about ''I survived'' books.
Compelling story of hope
Compelling story of hope