(Paperback)

Examines the historical realities and impact of the Arthurian legends on history and the arts. This book traces the development of Arthurian literature in medieval Europe, moving from Britain and France to Germany where writers like Wolfram von Eschenbach brought the stories of the Grail and Tristan into association with Arthur.

(Paperback)

Fair Borders draws together academic and nonacademic writers to discuss whether New Zealand's immigration policy offers a 'fair go' to those just arriving, and to those who arrived a long time ago.

(Paperback)

An award-winning historian shares the true story of a frayed and diasporic Sephardic Jewish family preserved in thousands of letters.

(Paperback)

From the acclaimed science writer and author of Wayfinding, a journey into the world of superfans and an exploration of the human psychology of fandom in all of its strange, sometimes dark, complicated forms.

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

The passionately argued, incendiary French feminist work that first defined "ecofeminism"-now available for the first time in English.

(Paperback, New edition)

Showcases some unusual costume designs from more than two centuries of European fashion history ranging from Neo-Classicism and Biedermeier to the late 20th century and including creations by European fashion designers as well as young stars on the fashion firmament.

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

An anthology of first-person narratives on personal gay and lesbian experience that represents a snapshot of GLBTQ life at this moment in time.

(Paperback, 2nd Edition, New Edition)

Overturns the long-established historical narrative about the origins and purpose of the Knights Templar

(Paperback)

An investigation onto the patriarchy and how it impacts our day-to-day lives.

(Hardback)

Discover the history and culture of the 100 most fearsome mythical creatures to capture the human imagination in this startlingly illustrated compendium.

Written by a practising Freemason, this illustrated survey explores the origins, history, beliefs and symbolism of the famously secretive and often misunderstood Order.

(Hardback)

(Paperback)

From the Other End of the World brings together experiences of immigrants to New Zealand from the UK who left the austerity of war conditions for a new life - or for what was intended to be a two year 'OE'. The experiences range from romantic and humorous to the disappointing and deeply moving.

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

Experts are about as accurate as dart-throwing monkeys. And yet, every day, we ask them to predict everything from the weather to the likelihood of a terrorist attack. Future Babble examines this phenomenon, demonstrating why our brains yearn for certainty about the future, why we are attracted to those who predict it confidently.

(Paperback)

The ancient Egyptians claimed they inherited their advanced culture from a race of Elder gods who lived during a previous age. Gods of Eden describes how the Egyptians mastered acoustic technology, using sound to raise heavy objects and pierce holes through solid rock.

(Paperback, Main)

The first major book on the most colossal tastemaker in British pop history.

(Paperback, Original ed.)

"Gossips, Gorgons & Crones" is the first comprehensive analysis of nuclear-age culture and the accompanying return of female Powers. Based in feminist, pre-patriarchal, and Native American philosophies, this book provides a biting critique of patriarchal practices, myths, and values, including family values.

A "groundbreaking" and "definitive must-read" on the tragic shootings at the Mother Emanuel AME church in Charleston, South Carolina, by a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

A jaw-dropping collection of photographs of extreme hairstyles - from remote controlled helicopters and working bbq grills to Bibles and birthday cakes.

(Hardback)

In an age where most everything is mass-produced and technology has become the filter through which we experience much of life, there is a growing appreciation of the handmade.