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Upside Down World map 12e by HEMA MAPS STAFF

$11.99 NZD

Category: Atlasses & Maps

Upside down world. Traditional world maps are drawn from the perspective of the first European explorers and cartographers - with the Northern Hemisphere at the top. We think it's time to break with tradition and show the world from the perspective of all those people living in the southern Hemisphere. After all, there is no ancient geographical feature saying "This way up". ...Show more

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Official New Zealand Road Code 2019/20

$25.50 NZD

Category: Reference

The New Zealand Road codes have been updated. There are no major content changes. There are some minor changes which include an update of test guides to reflect current test guidelines, an update to driver licensing system requirements and formatting changes to make the road codes easier to read.

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The New Zealand Will Kit by Horrocks Hampton Lawyers

$19.99 NZD

Category: Reference

Making a will is a vital and responsible task but is often put off because the process appears so complicated. The New Zealand Will Kit sets out to change that. It itemises in clear, easy language what the reader needs to know about preparing a list of assets, identifying possible beneficiaries, and est ablishing an executor. Included in the book are three perforated blank wills (for a single person, a married person with children and a married person without children), so that readers can make their own will and tailor it to their individual circumstances. If instead they choose to consult a solicitor, The New Zealand Will Kit equips them with the knowledge to help them ask all the right questions for peace of mind. ...Show more

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The Raupo Phrasebook of Modern Maori by Scotty Morrison

$35.00 NZD

Category: Dictionaries

The user-friendly guide for all New Zealanders.The Raupo Phrasebook of Modern Maoriis the most up-to-date, versatile and relevant resource for using Maori language in everyday life. Whether you're a novice or emergent speaker of te reo Maori, or a complete beginner, you'll learn useful phrases for- The home The marae The workplace Meeting and greeting Eating and drinking Days, months, seasons and weather Counting and learning Travel and directions Playing sports Having fun and socialising And so much more! The phrasebook also covers dialects, grammar and pronunciation; answers to key questions; idioms and slang; proverbs and speeches; and provides information on the ever-changing history of te reo Maori. Useful vocabulary lists are also given for each section. Written in a user-friendly manner, with everyday New Zealanders in mind, and with a focus on modern-day language, The Raupo Phrasebook of Modern Maoriis the guide that no home should be without. 'Clever but written in a user-friendly style . . . an important little book for all New Zealanders interested in te reo.' --Katherine Findlay, Mana ...Show more

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Crown Lynn Collector's Handbook by Valerie Monk

$34.99 NZD

Category: Reference

Valerie Ringer Monk's meticulously researched Crown Lynn Collector's Handbook will provide seasoned Crown Lynn devotees and new collectors alike with plenty to assist their endeavours - this comprehensive guide to New Zealand's iconic pottery range features the collectible items themselves and also the backstamps that identify them. A-Z listings of more than 300 Crown Lynn products include photographs of representative designs as well as their distinctive backstamps and marks to help collectors correctly identify and appreciate the origins of a huge diversity of Crown Lynn items produced over more than 50 years. Dimensions and dates are given for each entry, and the items are brought to life with fascinating snippets of Crown Lynn history, making this indispensable collector's guide an entertaining read. This is the essential reference for anyone investing in everyday Crown Lynn domestic products through to figurines, artware and hand-potted pieces.Whether your preference is for quirky styles or more practical household items, in this handbook you'll discover new treasures to fossick for in second-hand shops or line. ...Show more

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A Classical Education (The Stuff You Wish You'd Been Taught at School) by Caroline Taggart

$12.99 NZD

Category: Reference | Series: The Stuff You Wish You'd Been Taught at School

How many times have you wished that your history stretched all the way back to Greek and Roman myths and legends? Or that you'd been taught Latin at school? Or perhaps you wish you knew all about the great inventions and medical developments that have made our world what it is today? A "Classical Educat ion" provides all of these classical facts that modern schooling leaves out and many more. Perfect for parents who wish to teach their children and for those who would like to learn or relearn the facts themselves, "A Classical Education" is informative and educational, but above all accessible. It includes: Latin and Greek; Logic and philosophy; Natural sciences; Art and architecture; Poetry and drama; History and Classical literature. Also including suggestions for further reading and entertaining tit-bits of information on the classics, "A Classical Education" is a must for anyone feeling let down by modern schooling. ...Show more

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First Animal Picture Atlas (First Kingfisher Picture Atlas) by Deborah Chancellor

$24.99 NZD

Category: Atlasses & Maps | Series: First Kingfisher Picture Atlas

Beautifully illustrated by children's artist Anthony Lewis, with lively age appropriate text, this first atlas explains where animals come from and how they live in their habitats. An adorable penguin-shaped bookmark takes readers on a journey around the globe, helping them identify animals in an absorb ing look-and-find game. In addition to the colorful maps showing the world's continents, superb full-page illustrations take readers deeper into the different habitats to provide an early introduction to the basics of ecosystems. This atlas will delight young children and is the perfect reference book for both home and school. ...Show more

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Australia Travel Map by Periplus Editors

$14.99 NZD

Category: Atlasses & Maps | Series: Periplus Maps Ser.

The Australia Travel Map from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created using durable coated paper, this map of Australia is made to open and fold multiple times, whether it's the entire map that you want to view or one panel at a time.   Following highways and by ways, this Australia map will show you how to maneuver your way to banks, gardens, hotels, golf courses, museums, monuments, restaurants, churches and temples, movie theaters, shopping centers and more   This 6th edition includes area maps and city plans that are scaled to: Australia 1:7,700,000 Sydney Area 1:650,000 Greater Sydney 1:120,000 Greater Melbourne 1:150,000 Brisbane Area 1:650,000 Perth Area 1:300,000 Adelaie Area 1:300,000 Canberra 1:300,000 Darwin Area 1:300,000 Cairns Area 1:250,000 Central Sydney 1:10,000 Central Melbourne 1:15,000 Central Brisbane 1:15,000 Central Perth 1:17,500 Central Adelaide 1:15,000 Periplus Travel Maps cover most of the major cities and travel destinations in the Asia-Pacific region. The series includes an amazing variety of fascinating destinations, from the multifaceted subcontinent of India to the bustling city-state of Singapore and the 'western style' metropolis of Sydney to the Asian charms of Bali. All titles are continuously updated, ensuring they keep up with the considerable changes in this fast-developing part of the world. This extensive geographical reach and attention to detail mean that Periplus Travel Maps are the natural first choice for anyone traveling in the region. ...Show more

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Collins New Zealand Compact Dictionary

$39.99 NZD

Category: Dictionaries

In colour, and packed with fascinating features on language, Collins New Zealand Compact Dictionary is the ideal handy reference for people who love language. With extended word histories, surprising folk etymologies, notes on words borrowed from other languages, and a fantastic supplement, this thought fully designed dictionary is large enough to include all the words and definitions you need, but small enough to hold in one hand. With a clear colour design and easy-to-use layout, browsing is easier than ever. All in all the perfect book for crossword solvers, word-game enthusiasts, and anyone with a passion for English. ...Show more

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Kiwi Maps Pathfinder: North Island Complete Driver's Atlas with Indexed Country Roads by .

$34.99 NZD

Category: Atlasses & Maps

Kiwimaps most comprehensive road map of New Zealand's North Island rural road network. Large scale, easy to read text with easy to identify tourist features. Includes Regional, main city & town centre enlargements, also motorhome and touring information.

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Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus: Essential Edition by Collins Dictionaries

$32.99 NZD

Category: Dictionaries | Series: Collins Essential Editions Ser.

All the words you need, every day: the perfect reference book to broaden your knowledge of English, and is ideal for everyday use, at home, in the office or at school, in a durable format. Drawn from Collins' 4.5-billion-word database of today's English, Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus combines a comprehensive dictionary with all the alternatives and opposites the user needs. The book is designed for ease of use, with thumb tabs on every page and all entry words highlighted in bold. This layout means that you can be sure to find all the information you need in the quickest time possible. ...Show more

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The Wolf Hall Companion by Lauren MacKay

$35.00 NZD

Category: Reference

An accessible but hugely authoritative companion to the bestselling Wolf Hall trilogy by Hilary Mantel. What is the true story behind the blockbuster Wolf Hall trilogy--and of Thomas Cromwell, its principal protagonist? This companion guide concisely illuminates both Cromwell's life and Tudor history, c overing the books' key court and political characters. It looks at everyone from Cromwell to Anne Boleyn, Thomas Cranmer to Jane Seymour, Henry VIII to Thomas Howard, and Cardinal Wolsey to Richard Fox, as well as the most significant sites, including Hampton Court, Cromwell's home Austin Friars, and of course Wolf Hall. Along with the full history of these people and places, there's insight into Hilary Mantel's individual interpretation. Family trees, plans of Tower of London, and beautiful woodcut portraits accompany the text, along with incisive features on various aspects of Tudor society, from the structure of government and royal hunting to the rules of courtly love and Tudor executions. This beautiful and insightful book enriches the reading of Mantel's work. ...Show more

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