Author(s): Readers Digest

New Zealand

First published by "Reader's Digest" in 1984, this edition has been revised and redesigned. The enormous changes which took place in all aspects of New Zealand life in the twentieth century are laid out in this archive, presented in an accessible way. A book for all ages, this text provides insights into a country totally transformed by new ideas, war, technological revolution and political awakening as an independent nation. Contents: God's own country; living in towns; living in the country; making ends meet; arts and entertainment; attitudes and fashions; cradle to grave; shrinking the distance; keeping home fires burning; leisure and sport. Hardback 320pp h312mm x w232mm 550 drawings, photographs and illustrations