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A Life's Sentences by Gordon McLauchlan
39.95 NZD
Category: NZ Non Fiction | Reading Level: very good
This superbly well-written book is a memoir of the old school â part autobiography and part commentary. Gordon McLauchlan has some fascinating stories to tell about his life as a journalist and writer and about newspapers in the old days. He also writes about his family and, in particular, his fath ...Show more
A Short History of Farming in New Zealand by Gordon McLauchlan
29.99 NZD
Category: NZ History | Reading Level: new
Gordon McLauchlan continues his bestselling Short History series with an in-depth look into the history of the farming industry in New Zealand. From the early migrant farmers and regional produce trading, to the revolution of refrigeration - opening up global opportunities for our fast-growing export ma ...Show more
A Short History of New Zealand by Gordon McLauchlan
35.00 NZD
36.00 (2% off)
Category: NZ Non Fiction | Reading Level: very good
This highly regarded book has been in print since 2004 and has proved popular with tourists, students and ordinary New Zealanders as a lively and reliable short history of New Zealand. It has proved a handy and succinct alternative to bigger books such as Michael King's The Penguin History of New Zealan ...Show more
A Short History of New Zealand by Gordon McLauchlan
29.99 NZD
Category: NZ History | Reading Level: new
A new edition of the bestselling short history on New Zealand, updated to include the Helen Clark years, the rise of John Key, the Christchurch earthquakes and the 2011 Rugby World Cup! A lively and accessible history written by one of our most well-known commentators on matters past and present. Succin ...Show more
A Short History of the New Zealand Wars by Gordon McLauchlan
29.99 NZD
Category: NZ History | Reading Level: very good
Following the ongoing success of A Short History of New Zealand, Great Tales of New Zealand History and Great Tales of Rural New Zealand - all reprinted and still going strong - Gordon McLauchlan has turned his masterful storytelling skills to one of the most important periods in this country's history. ...Show more
A Short Short History of New Zealand by Gordon McLauchlan
9.95 NZD
Category: NZ History
Gordon McLauchlan knows New Zealand intimately and affectionately and has set out in this book to provide readers with an accessible overview of our history. For students, new citizens or anyone needing a quick top-up of historical information.
A Short Short History of New Zealand: Everything You Need to Know by Gordon McLauchlan
16.95 NZD
Category: NZ Non Fiction
This little book is a condensed version of A Short History of New Zealand and consists of a timeline with important dates, significant people, major occurrences, plus a comprehensive reading list.
Bateman New Zealand Encyclopedia: Millennium Edition by GORDON MCLAUCHLAN
59.95 NZD
Category: Reference
The definitive source of all that is Kiwi. Fifth edition.
Encounters and Collisions by Gordon McLauchlan
35.00 NZD
Category: NZ History
It was widely reported, when he died earlier in 2020, that Gordon McLauchlan’s last book was "Stop the Clock" but, in fact, he was finalising details of Encounters until several days before his death in January. In 26 engaging and provocative essays, Gordon McLauchlan writes about people, illustrious an ...Show more
Great Tales from New Zealand History by Gordon McLauchlan
29.99 NZD
Category: NZ History | Reading Level: near fine
An intriguing collection of tales plucked from the byways of our country's history by a master storyteller who recognises a good yarn when he sees it. Gordon McLauchlan tempts our imagination with 46 little-known tales from New Zealand¿s past. Here you will discover: - that Auckland applied twice to the ...Show more
Great Tales from New Zealand History by Gordon McLauchlan
29.99 NZD
31.00 (3% off)
Category: NZ History | Reading Level: new
Fascinating anecdotes from New Zealand history. Who really did 'discover' New Zealand? Why history has turned its back on the timid Abel Tasman. The burning of the sailing ship Boyd sets back European settlement by a decade. The enduring love affair between Eliza and Governor William Hobson. A surreal b ...Show more
Great Tales from Rural New Zealand by Gordon McLauchlan
29.99 NZD
Category: NZ History | Reading Level: Very Good
A great collection of untold or forgotten tales which reveal many aspects of rural life in New Zealand, from well-known master of storytelling Gordon McLauchlan. Includes 48 fascinating yarns, from rabbits, to swaggers, to kauri gum, shearers and land girls.