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Ruth, Roger and Me
‘Your words of “discomfort, loss, and disconnection” don’t resonate with me at all.’ Ruth Richardson to Andrew Dean, 16 December 2014. A time of major upheaval now stands between young and old in New Zealand. In Ruth, Roger and Me, Andrew Dean explores the lives of the generation of young people brought up in the shadow of the economic reforms of the 1980s and 1990s, those whom he calls ‘the children of the Mother of All Budgets’. Drawing together memoir, history and interviews, he explores the experiences of ‘discomfort’ and ‘disconnection’ in modern Aotearoa New Zealand.
After Taps
In 'After Taps,' the evocative blend of fiction, reflection, and poetry presents a profound exploration of the varied dimensions and aftermaths of military life. This anthology traverses themes of sacrifice, resilience, and the fragile line between duty and humanity. Within its pages, readers will encounter a diverse array of literary styles, from poignant prose to lyrical verses, all unified by a contemplative spirit that invites introspection and empathy. It stands as a testament to the shared yet diverse experiences that arise from the profound impact of service, capturing the whispers of memory and echoes of resolve through tales that span across time and emotion. The anthology benefits ...
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The Haunted House Kid
Alex Connellys parents are getting a divorce. To make matters worse, they have refused to let him use their garage this year for the haunted house he has put on since he was very young. Fortunately for Alex, he has been temporarily allowed to live with his adoring maternal grandmother, inadvertently gaining himself a new venue for his spooky hobbyhis Grandma Ruths near-empty garage. When Alexs mom starts acting all kinds of weird, and Grandma Ruth is away from home all the time (because shes managed to pass her drivers license test, after several years without a license) --and he starts to notice strange things going on during the construction of his latest and greatest spook alley--stranger...
Give a Man a Gun
There appears to be an organised plan to attack the police, orchestrated by a horrifyingly brutal and ruthless gang. Who are they, and why are they conducting this terrifying campaign? It turns out to be a truly sensational case and, of course, Scotland Yard would only field one man against this kind of danger: Inspector Roger ‘Handsome’ West.
The Balata Sisters
Lost in the jungle with no guarantee of survival, who will find them first? This fiction is inspired by a real event which occurred in 1995. Two young girls lost their way in a dense tropical rainforest the size of Britain. They had only their cultural heritage and untested survival instincts to guide them to safety. Harry Horsham, the owner of a logging company, organizes his men into a complex search party to help find the girls. Each day that passes without them being found is a day too many. Not only do the girls have to worry about the unknown dangers of the rainforest, they also have to worry about another search party that hopes to find them. An established gang of human traffickers a...
Body Gossip
Everybody's body has a story to tell. Whether it's about trying to be a size zero, blooming in pregnancy, slowing down in old age or living through the angsty days of puberty, each body is unique and its story should be celebrated. This book is a compilation of body stories.
To Unleash a Force
How does a country like England in 1987, fight terrorism with people that do not follow the rules of engagement? Major General Mick Strayker has the answer that is approved by the Prime Minister. His answer; is you send men whom are the best of the best, throw the rule book away and fight them at their own game. No courts no juries, hunt them down wherever they may be in the world and take them out. Unleashing a Force to be reckoned with. Max Storm code name Eagle 3, heads up the newly formed Operational Strike Command (OSC). Comprising of 6, six man teams. A highly trained covert military unit picked from the British top military units and rigorously trained further to hone their skills, which will take the fight right to the front door of the UK.'s terrorist enemies. Fast paced and full on action, on the streets of the UK and across continents. Welcome to the World of Max Storm, Major Mick Strayker and the Operational Strike Command (OSC), Britain's first and last line of offence.
Student Political Action in New Zealand
It was not long ago that students were dismissed as apathetic. Yet, today, a new generation of young political actors is making waves in New Zealand and around the world. What explains this apparent shift and what is driving these new forms of youthful political engagement and expression? Exploring the terrain between activism and apathy, Sylvia Nissen considers what it means to be a political actor from the perspective of students today. Drawing on in-depth interviews with New Zealand tertiary students, she traces their ‘desires’ for different types of politics, the ‘demands’ they experience at university, and the ‘doubts’ that underscore their political engagement.
Workers in Subjects Pertaining to Agriculture in Land-grant Colleges and Experiment Stations, 1945-46
This publication provides simple instruction on re-purposing or re-using old leather, fur, or felt garments or items by using them as source construction materials for things like slippers, gloves, belts, hats, etc.
