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Bernard Brown taught law at the University of Auckland for over forty years, including to ex-Prime Ministers David Lange and Winston Peters. This book is an entertaining romp through Brown's wartime and post-war experiences before arriving in NZ. It includes his meetings with such formidable figures as Margaret Thatcher and author Anthony Burgess.

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Douglas MacDiarmid has achieved an international reputation as an expatriate NZ painter. He defies labelling, acclaimed particularly as a superb colourist and for the diversity, technique and intellectual rigour of his paintings. His life and insights have the distinction of straddling almost a century of cultural trends and influences.

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A book about the men and women who do not fit tidily into the sphere in which they find themselves; who dare to go against the norm, even if that imperils them physically, politically or intellectually.

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Comrade tells a riveting story of labour activism and social change. Historian Cybele Locke recovers the relationships between communism and working class trade unionism during World War Two and the following decades.

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"Creating Space An Experience of Gender" describes the extraordinary work of Jane Prichard, in her own words. It tells how Janes advocacy for women and girls in Aotearoa New Zealand began.

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David Bowie was an immense star whose music and writing transcended generations, and who was one of the most articulate influencers of modern music. This fantastic new, unofficial biography covers his life, music, art and movies.

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Painstakingly uncovers information about the authors fathers large Warsaw family and their fate at the hands of the Nazis. This unforgettable narrative is a deep reflection on the meaning of family, the trauma of loss, and the insistence of memory. It asks the question: Is it better to know, or more bearable not to

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Long-awaited biography of one of NZs first women poets and travel writers also a prison reformer, humanitarian, botanist and conservationist. One of the first writers with an authentic NZ voice.

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In the life-affirming sequel to Welcome to St Hell, author, illustrator and filmmaker, Lewis Hancox, gives guidance and wisdom to his past self, helping him navigate what it takes to become the man he wants to be - from his first chin hair to his first bromance. This funny and honest personal story shows what it truly means to find self-acceptance.

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Now in paperback!The definitive biography and inspiring story of American sculptor Ruth Asawa.

A fitting homage to this remarkable woman. The Wall Street Journal

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Autobiographical readable/humorous account of ten years as an experimental/military test pilot at MOD Boscombe Down.

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*The first biography to focus fully on Freyberg as a man *Reveals the reality behind the myth of this complex individual *Fast-paced, tightly edited story with photo section Freyberg: A Life's Journey is the most accessible biography on 'Tiny' Freyberg yet, with numerous black and white photos.

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The amazing life story of Sir Hardy Amies, SOE hero who led a fascinating double life as a couturier and an intelligence officer during the Second World War.

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Presents a dramatic narrative from several theatres of war, including the Battle of Britain and the bombing raids on Germany, the Korean War, with first-hand testimony, as well as accounts of the dangerous RAF base at Habbaniya and Hong Kong in the 1950s.

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Sophie Merkens takes us on a journey across Aotearoa meeting 37 inspiring women who find meaning and connection through food. From mothers, gardeners, hunters, chefs and hobbyists, their conversations dive deep into how food influences their lives. This is a refreshingly honest and insightful book about women, food and connection.

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A brand new profile of one of the most controversial airmen of WWII. A lively evocation of one of the most dramatic periods of military history. Charts the life of a much decorated, highly praised young pilot, who paid the ultimate price for his heroism.

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Biography of English artist Isaac Coates and the historical Mori portraits he painted in Te Tau Ihu/Top of the South and the Wellington area, between1841 and 1845. Coatess meticulous records of each subjects name, iwi and place of residence are invaluable.