Coastal kitchen by Ian Batchelor
New Zealand has an abundance of quality cafes and restaurants overlooking its breathtaking coastline. Coastal Kitchen is a celebration of these establishments and the exceptional cuisine that can be found there. From the farthest north to the deepest south, the beauty, attractions and gastronomical delights of each culinary mecca is described via regional introductions. A range of recipes has been selected, featuring only the freshest, tastiest produce. The extraordinary photographic talent of Ian Batchelor captures the food in situ, weaving in gorgeous coastal shots to truly capture the seaside eating experience and New Zealand's magnificent coastline.
Rocks and hard places by Cliff Turley
The sixth in a series of Golden Bay photo histories published by River Press, this book covers the recorded history of the road over the Pikikiruna Range between Riwaka and Upper Takaka from 1843 to the present day. Farmers, drivers, schoolteachers, roadman, engineers, artists and athletes contribute their stories alongside the reports, maps and photographs found in public and private archives. Of great interest to many people in the Tasman District.
Never say old by Anne Barry
We all say it: "I'd love to retire young". Former Kiwi firefighters Anne and John Barry did just that. They worked and saved hard and then, fit and ready for fun, sold everything when they were in their late 40s and took to the road in their custom-designed luxury bus. And, as Anne Barry's highly entertaining collection of true stories shows, there's nothing these two won't try, even if the results can be unexpected, to say the least. Wherever the Barry's go, there is humour and action in spades. This hilarious book will both inspire you and give you the best laugh you've had in ages.
The shock doctrine by Naomi Klein
In this groundbreaking book, the bestselling author of "No Logo" exposes the gripping story of how America's 'free market' policies have come to dominate the world - through the exploitation of disaster-shocked people and countries Disaster capitalism - the rapid-fire corporate reengineering of societies that are reeling from shock - did not begin with September 11, 2001.Klein traces its intellectual origins back fifty years to the University of Chicago's economics department under Milton Friedman, whose influence is still felt around the world. As Klein shows how the deliberate use of the shock doctrine produced world-changing events from Pinochet's coup in Chile in 1973 to the Tiananmen Square Massacre in 1989 and the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, she tells a story radically different from the one usually heard. Once again Naomi Klein has written a book that will reframe the debate.
Alex Katz by Robert Storr, Carter Ratcliff and Iwona Blazwick
Alex Katz is a towering figure in contemporary painting, a key New York-based artist since the early 1960s. Katz was an independent figure during the heyday of Abstract Expressionism and Pop when he first emerged -- and remains a unique, though highly influential figure to this day. This book contains a selection of his works as well as analysis of his technique and interview with the artist.
Plant heritage New Zealand by Tony Foster
Plant Heritage New Zealand looks at the unique characteristics of New Zealand's plants, and what makes them so special. It delves into the origins and evolution of the plants, how they have inspired songs, poems and works of art, Maori myths, stories and proverbs associated with them, and their many uses as a natural resource. Part 2 presents a selection of the plants and looks at classification, names, botanical description, traditional and modern uses, cultural heritage and significance to Maori. Tony Foster's stunning photos highlight the beauty of the plants, as well as helping with identification.
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The longest trip home by John Grogan
In his debut bestseller Marley & Me, John Grogan showed how a dog can become an extraordinary presence in the life of one family. Now in his highly anticipated follow-up, Grogan again works his magic, bringing us the true story of what came first. The Longest Trip Home is a book for any son or daughter who has sought to forge an identity at odds with their parents', and for every parent who has struggled to understand the values of their children. With his trademark blend of humor and pathos that made Marley & Me beloved by millions, John Grogan traces the universal journey each of us must take to find our place in the world.
Wool to weta: transforming NZ’s culture and economy By Paul Callaghan
Callaghan has interviewed a number of New Zealanders involved in wealth generation through science-based business, in economic thinking and leadership, in investment and in education and philanthropy. Where does New Zealand's competitive advantage lie? What should we make of the key roles of tourism and farming in the economy? Is new business development likely to come out of those sectors or from outside them? What role should government play in science and economic development? How does the culture of New Zealanders align with our possible economic futures? The interviewees have different answers to these questions and Callaghan has a strong point of view.
Look me in the eye: my life with Asperger’s by John Elder Robison
From the time he was three or four, John Elder Robison realised that he was different from other people. He was unable to make eye contact or connect with other children, much to his distress, and by the time he was a teenager his odd habits - such as a tendency to obsessively dismantle radios and dig five-foot holes (and stick his little brother in them) - had earned him the label 'social deviant'. Look Me in the Eye is Robison's moving and blackly funny story of growing up with Asperger's syndrome at a time when the diagnosis didn't even exist.
An era gone by Dave Ratcliffe
Dave Ratcliffe lived and worked through changing times. The transformation of the the venison industry when foot hunters were replaced by helicopters, and the timber industry as native logging ended. This book is all about the life and the lifestyles of people that lived in an Era gone.
Garden design details by Arne Maynard
Whether you want a wall, or a pond, a new look for your lawn or an inventive way to pave your patio, "Garden Design Details" is packed with hundreds of images and ideas. With practical information about what materials and designs will work in harmony with your garden, this book will open your eyes to the possibilities at hand. The case studies illustrate a range of styles and settings including traditional, contemporary, minimal and international.
Inked Carey Hart and Chris Palmer
Personal stories of first tattoos, design inspirations, the process, and the joys and regrets that accompany skin art, as well as an introduction from Carey, combine to form an exciting tapestry of what tattoos mean today. Also included is an engaging history of tattoos. In beautiful colour and striking black-and-white, from head to toe - and with plenty of Las Vegas glamour and edge - "Inked" is illuminating and provocative.
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