Developments in New Zealand History

Developments in New Zealand History Series
Packed with comprehensive information, interesting images from past and present day, maps and artefacts, this accessible history series is an invaluable resource for classroom use.

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The Liberals | Hardback ISBN 1-86963-204-4
The colourful characters and progressive policies of the Liberal Party which governed between 1890 and 1911 are introduced to young readers... read more

As New Zealand progressed, so did its infrastructure. Kevin Boon highlights the first roads and railways built, and follows the progress of the Public Works schemes as the demand for better access and linkage throughout the country increased due to farming, forestry and population growth. Roads and Railways includes coverage of: Public Works programmes, 'great' arterial roads, influence of gold rush, coach & postal services, South & North Island Main Trunk lines, bridges and tunnels.

The Forests | Hardback ISBN 186963-201-X
From pit-sawyers and gum diggers, to ships, furniture and housing, the history surrounding the clearing and use of New Zealand's native forest resources... read more

Roads and Railways
ISBN 1-86963-203-6
36 Pages HB
215 x 280mm
NZ Retail $29.95 'The first road builders often had to face steep mountains, fast flowing rivers and dense forests with only axes, picks, shovels and great determination.'

Roads and Railways | Hardback ISBN 1-86963-203-6
As the nation progressed, so did its infrastructure. Kevin Boon highlights the first roads and railways built in NZ then follow the progress... read more

The themes and key events in each title within this series cross-reference to provide a continuum of colonial New Zealand history.

Development of Farming | HB ISBN 1-86963-202-8
The key events in New Zealand's early farming history are clearly traced. As land was cleared to expose arable pasture for settling farmers, livestock was... read more