New Releases (158)

Te Pae : The Place Where We Meet

ISBN: 9780473656775

Author: Lizzy Pearson    Publisher: Rau Paenga Ltd

The Otautahi Christchurch of today is made up of numerous suburbs, each with its own characteristics, surrounded and built in an area of astonishing natural bea...


The Otautahi Christchurch of today is made up of numerous suburbs, each with its own characteristics, surrounded and built in an area of astonishing natural beauty. In 2010 and 2011 the city was hit by a series of devastating earthquakes. Neighborhoods were destroyed or damaged beyond repair, and the impact on the social and built fabric of the city was almost overwhelming. Much has been written about the resilience and determination of Otautahi Christchurch's people following these devastating earthquakes, and the care and kindness shown by fellow Aotearoa New Zealand citizens and the many who cam to help from all corners of the world. This book focuses on a small part of the wider story of the city's new beginning. It shows how an individual project - the building of a new convention centre - brought people, cultures, architects, designers and artists together to create a building that represents a new, shared, vision of togetherness. It is an optimistic and hopeful vision for the future. The architects, designers and artists of Te Pae committed to creating a building firmly placed in Otautahi Christchurch - a building that aligns with who and what the people here are, rather than a mirror image of another society.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 168


Dimensions: 245 x 305 mm


Publication Date: 01-12-2023


$65.00
Turbulent Threads

ISBN: 9781991103338

Author: Karen McMillan    Publisher: Quentin Wilson Publishing

Dunedin, 1890: Suddenly orphaned at the tender age of twenty, Greer Gillies is reduced to working as a humble servant at Larnach Castle, a far cry from the drea...


Dunedin, 1890: Suddenly orphaned at the tender age of twenty, Greer Gillies is reduced to working as a humble servant at Larnach Castle, a far cry from the dreams she held before. As she struggles with the stark reality of grief, she finds her journey has only just begun as the decade proves transformative for women’s progress. As she grapples with affairs of the heart, betrayal, the threat of lost love and social upheavals, Greer’s resilience shines through. She becomes a symbol of courage, daring to pursue her dreams, follow her heart and find her place in a world that promises a better future. Spanning the last decade of the 19th century, this page-turning saga explores the healing power of friendship while celebrating the pivotal role women played in one of New Zealand’s most turbulent eras.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 288


Dimensions: 152 x 229 mm


Publication Date: 11-03-2024


$37.99
Dark Sky : Murder among the stars - A Nellie Prayle Mystery

ISBN: 9781991103314

Author: Marie Connolly    Publisher: Quentin Wilson Publishing

Criminal psychologist Nellie Prayle loves solving murders. The more complicated, the better. But when a professor of astronomy is found dead at Tekapo’s Mt Jo...


Criminal psychologist Nellie Prayle loves solving murders. The more complicated, the better. But when a professor of astronomy is found dead at Tekapo’s Mt John Observatory during its internationally-attended 50th anniversary conference celebrations and Detective Jack Simmons calls on Nellie to help with the police investigation, she soon realises that this is not your typical murder – and nor are these your usual suspects. As Nellie and Jack venture into the Dark Sky Reserve in Aotearoa New Zealand’s beautiful Mackenzie Country, they uncover a universe of rivalries, infidelities and emotional turmoil that pushes people to the edge. International intrigue and a tangle of motives unfold against a glittering backdrop of bright stars in this gripping tale of crime and passion, and as Nellie knows only too well, nothing in the world of academia is straightforward...


Bind: paperback


Pages: 240


Dimensions: 152 x 229 mm


Publication Date: 22-03-2024


$37.99
Heavy and Continuous Sacrifice

ISBN: 9780473704230

Author: Peter Cooke   

Every four years the NZ Military History Committee runs a conference and publishes the best papers from it about New Zealand’s varied and fascinating military...


Every four years the NZ Military History Committee runs a conference and publishes the best papers from it about New Zealand’s varied and fascinating military history. This book brings together the latest thinking on aspects of New Zealand’s Second World War from perspectives as wide as Germany, Canada, Britain and Australia and on subjects covering combat, forces, personalities, attitudes and after-effects. This book includes essays from some of the most renowned New Zealand and international historians, including Jonathan Fennell, Chris Pugsley, Peter Lieb, Robert Engen, Claire Cookson-Hills, and John Crawford. See following page for more details.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 486


Dimensions: 235 x 260 mm


Publication Date: 30-03-2024


$45.00
Portrait of a War Artist

ISBN: 9781991103246

Author: John Gillies    Publisher: Quentin Wilson Publishing

In this captivating and beautifully illustrated memoir, John Gillies vividly recalls his months as a member of the Otago University Medical Company on an active...


In this captivating and beautifully illustrated memoir, John Gillies vividly recalls his months as a member of the Otago University Medical Company on an active service tour of duty in South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Still a medical student at the time, his youthful admiration of New Zealand war artists from previous conflicts adds a poignant layer to his narrative, told in brief, evocative chapters that offer tantalising glimpses of the variety of humanity he encountered during his time in Vietnam. Gillies, a lifelong artist and now retired physician, might well be called New Zealand’s first people’s war artist as he takes us behind the scenes and records the people and places that captured his imagination when not tending to the wounded. No combat here, no battle scenes from him … instead, beautiful portraits, bewitching sketches and enduring memories of a time and place where ordinary lives were so violently disrupted. From crazy escapades to sobering moments, Gillies reflects on the dual nature of his experiences, making Portrait of a War Artist a compelling memoir that delves into the complexities of war, the transformative power of art, and the enduring resilience of the human spirit in the face of challenge.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 104


Dimensions: 210 x 250 mm


Publication Date: 05-04-2024


$34.99
Alpine Panorama : A View To A Climb

ISBN: 9781991103000

Author: Andy Buchanan    Publisher: Quentin Wilson Publishing

For lovers of the great outdoors and those captivated by the silent allure of Canterbury’s alpine horizon, Andy Buchanan’s Alpine Panorama: A view to a clim...


For lovers of the great outdoors and those captivated by the silent allure of Canterbury’s alpine horizon, Andy Buchanan’s Alpine Panorama: A view to a climb is a celebration of nature’s majesty and a tribute to the enduring connection between man and mountain. The distant alpine skyline served as a magnetic force during Buchanan’s childhood, pulling him towards the untamed beauty of the region. Family holidays were spent tramping and skiing amidst the rugged peaks, creating enduring memories that fuelled a passion for the great outdoors. In the Buchanan family home from the Summit Road atop the Port Hills, a cherished outline sketch adorned the wall – a visual guide to 133 peaks visible from this lofty perch. Inspired by this panoramic masterpiece, Andy Buchanan hatched a retirement plan: to conquer each and every one of those peaks. What ensued was a journey of rediscovery and renewed enthusiasm, as he scaled familiar summits and ventured into uncharted territories. This beautifully illustrated narrative is more than a recounting of mountaineering triumphs; it is a testament to a lifetime’s fascination with nature’s grandeur. Through vivid words and breath-taking full-colour images, Buchanan frames the peaks within a contemporary context, weaving in Māori lore, geographic insights, historical details, and engaging anecdotes. Each page resonates with the author’s deep reverence for the alpine landscape, inviting readers to join him on a visual and literary odyssey through the soaring beauty that is the glorious backdrop beloved by all Cantabrians.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 184


Dimensions: 230 x 280 mm


Publication Date: 25-03-2024


$59.99
Mattie the Polar Bear

ISBN: 9781912944965

Publisher: NQ Publishers (Nextquisite Ltd)

Discover what MATTIE THE POLAR BEAR learns about animals and the environment in the Arctic when she slips off the ice and is swept away by the roaring ocean. Se...


Discover what MATTIE THE POLAR BEAR learns about animals and the environment in the Arctic when she slips off the ice and is swept away by the roaring ocean. See her rescued and carried home by a friendly whale. Read about all the other types of bears in the world and the animals that call the Arctic home.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 32


Dimensions: 240 x 240 mm


Publication Date: 01-08-2023


$22.00
Lizzie The Elephant

ISBN: 9781912944958

Publisher: NQ Publishers (Nextquisite Ltd)

Find out what LIZZIE THE ELEPHANT learns about the animals and environment in Africa when she skips off into the bush on her own and is soon lost. She is rescue...


Find out what LIZZIE THE ELEPHANT learns about the animals and environment in Africa when she skips off into the bush on her own and is soon lost. She is rescued by her grandfather who teaches her about being responsible for your actions and female leadership. Learn all about elephants and other African animals.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 32


Dimensions: 240 x 240 mm


Publication Date: 01-08-2023


$22.00
Harry The Wolf

ISBN: 9781912944934

Publisher: NQ Publishers (Nextquisite Ltd)

Discover what HARRY THE WOLF learns about the animals and environment in Europe when he and his family are forced to move to the far north to get away from huma...


Discover what HARRY THE WOLF learns about the animals and environment in Europe when he and his family are forced to move to the far north to get away from humans clearing the land to make way for farms, roads and towns. Find out about other types of wild dogs and many of the animals that live in Europe.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 32


Dimensions: 240 x 240 mm


Publication Date: 01-08-2023


$22.00
Buster The Kangaroo

ISBN: 9781912944941

Publisher: NQ Publishers (Nextquisite Ltd)

Hop along with BUSTER THE KANGAROO as he discovers the animals and environment of Australia. When his mother tells him he can’t ride in her pouch anymore beca...


Hop along with BUSTER THE KANGAROO as he discovers the animals and environment of Australia. When his mother tells him he can’t ride in her pouch anymore because she’s expecting another baby, Buster runs away. Join him on his epic journey across the outback. Learn all about marsupials and the other unique animals that live in Australia and New Zealand.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 32


Dimensions: 240 x 240 mm


Publication Date: 01-08-2023


$22.00
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