by Peter Graham
In 1886 a well-known and well-connected local businessman was arrested for attempting to murder his wife by poison. ‘Vile crimes’ is a riveting and fast-paced examination of one of New Zealand’s most sensational court cases, a case which was a major scandal in colonial New Zealand.
Insects: Amazing Images of Fascinating Creatures
by Michael Chinery
Welcome to the fascinating, engrossing and often overlooked world of insects. They are endlessly intriguing creatures and make up the largest group of animals in the natural world. This book is full of stunning images, which capture the strange beauty and astounding details of many of the insects.
