Local history gifts

Do not rush to bid farewell to eastern Europe until reading this book. Meticulously researched and beautifully written, this very personal story of the place that one can’t find on the map pays tribute to the origins of the experiences, cultures and ideas that continue to shape political and ideological battles of the modern world. Serhii Plokhy Eastern Europe is...

Pieces & Peace puzzles are made in France. They are printed and then laminated on thick blue paper and cardboard certified by FSC, and the cardboard of our boxes is 100% recycled. Discover modern and colourful illustrations by artists we particularly admire: Alain Thomas, Laura Lhuillier, Rhi James, Nolwenn Studio, Sara Boccaccini Meadows, Orane Sigal, Coralie Fau, Maja Tomljanovic, Miranda...

Pieces & Peace puzzles are made in France. They are printed and then laminated on thick blue paper and cardboard certified by FSC, and the cardboard of our boxes is 100% recycled. Discover modern and colourful illustrations by artists we particularly admire: Alain Thomas, Laura Lhuillier, Rhi James, Nolwenn Studio, Sara Boccaccini Meadows, Orane Sigal, Coralie Fau, Maja Tomljanovic, Miranda...

This lively and compelling story of Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery begins before Henry Sarjeant had even dreamed of a 'fine art gallery' for the burgeoning small town of Whanganui. It reveals the Sarjeant Gallery's early years and its development as a collecting and exhibiting institution that is now recognised as one of New Zealand's finest. Generously illustrated with...

Expansion for Catan. Part of the Catan Geographies series. 3-6 Players | 90 Mins | Ages 10+ Features: Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Modular Board, Network and Route Building, Trading Theme: Civilization, Negotiation This map offers another game using the Catan mechanics. Rules provide for 3-6 players and require the base game plus the 5-6 player expansion set if playing with...

These 3D dioramas are a unique work of art framed in Rimu. Available in three designs and three colour ways, these can be free standing or wall mounted and measure 120 x 98 x 35mm. Put some genuine 3D Kiwiana art in your place, now that’s the story!

These 3D dioramas are a unique work of art framed in Rimu. Available in three designs and three colour ways, these can be free standing or wall mounted and measure 120 x 98 x 35mm. Put some genuine 3D Kiwiana art in your place, now that’s the story! Experience the exceptional craftsmanship and artistic design with the Ian Blackwell: Story...

A compelling portrait of a true New York eccentric and the agony of writer's block. After the publication of this book, Joseph Mitchell never published another word during three decades working as a reporter for the New Yorker. 'It's a masterpiece, of course, but more than that it shows that there is some such thing as being a simple observer'...

The History of a Riot presents a compelling microhistory of collective revolt. In 1843, the New Zealand Company settlement of Nelson was disrupted by the revolt of its emigrant labourers. Over 70 gang-men and their wives united to resist their poor working conditions through petitions, strikes, and, ultimately, violence. Despite the significance of this struggle, it has often been overshadowed...

In the late 1980s, Poland is facing debilitating food shortages, worker discontent, and astronomical inflation. Seemingly overnight, the country transitions from communism to capitalism. During this period of flux, Kasia Babis is born. In the shadow of national change, Kasia experiences her own journey of growth, from rebellious teen to politically minded activist. She grapples with her country's deep-rooted Catholicism...

The Making of Australia is the story of how a struggling convict settlement grew into six dynamic colonies and then the remarkable nation of Australia. Told through the key figures who helped build it into the thriving nation it is today, David Hill once again offers up Australian history at its most entertaining and accessible. In his latest book, David...

Featuring over 100 maps of London from the twentieth century, this fascinating miscellany provides an enthralling exploration of the history of the city. One of the best ways to gain an insight into a city's multilayered past is by deciphering its maps, and this curated collection of over 100 historical maps of London will help you do just that. Many...

From the author of Cider With Rosie, this is a moving, lyrical portrait of the landscape of Laurie Lee's world. 'Living in our valley was like broad beans in a pod, so snug and enclosed and protective.' Laurie Lee walked out of his childhood village one summer morning to travel the world, but he was always drawn back to his...

A beautiful dollhouse book featuring illustrated scenes and press-out objects from the famous period rooms at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Immerse yourself in five opulent spaces with this chic, illustrated doll's house book that brings to life the period rooms at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Shelter under the pagoda in a Chinese-inspired garden while admiring exotic plants, explore...

In this gripping and intensely atmospheric debut, disquiet descends on a small town after the suspicious death of a beautiful young doctor, with all clues pointing to the reclusive young man who abandoned the community in chase of big city dreams but returned for the first love he left behind. Perfect for fans of All Good People Here and Where...

A lively and entertaining look at the Auckland Theatre Company - its people, its shows, the backstage crew, the theatre, and the company's ups and downs over the years. Auckland Theatre Company has presented a huge range of plays to enthusiastic audiences since its first show in 1993 - Lovelock's Dream Run. From Shakespeare and Chekhov to Nathan Joe and...

Death in Mud Lick by Eric Eyre is an enthralling and incisive work of investigative journalism that unravels the shocking narrative of the opioid epidemic in America. This heart-wrenching account dives deep into the world of corporate deceit and the devastating impact it has had on small Appalachian communities. Through the eyes of determined individuals and rigorous reporting, Eyre brings...

The Instant New York Times Bestseller National Bestseller "[The] authors' finest work to date." --Wall Street Journal The explosive true saga of the legendary figure Daniel Boone and the bloody struggle for America's frontier by two bestselling authors at the height of their writing power--Bob Drury and Tom Clavin. It is the mid-eighteenth century, and in the thirteen colonies founded...

Budapest has always been an important place. Almost at the centre of Europe, it is at the crossroads of geographical regions and civilisations, at the intersection of ancient trade routes. Mountains that gradually slope into gentle hills converge on a great river, the Danube, and the regions of Buda and Pest sprang up on either side. Throughout history, the centre...

Financial Times and McKinsey Business Book of the Year Award Winner Janesville by Amy Goldstein delves into the heart-wrenching narrative of what happens to a small American town in Wisconsin when its economic lifeline—a General Motors assembly plant—is abruptly shuttered. Set against the backdrop of the Great Recession, this insightful work captures not just the immediate economic shock, but the...