The University of Canterbury is the guardian of a rich and varied inheritance, which is reflected in the diverse material held by its libraries. These collections enable us to discover not only the history of Christchurch, the South Island of New Zealand's largest city, but also into the history of an emerging nation and the broader Pacific region. Thie book presents reflections on some of the distinctive and exceptional items in the University's keeping. Written by Canterbury academics and members of the wider community, it considers material ranging from medieval European manuscripts to Maori whakapapa books. The items surveyed vary from an original printing of the 1611 King James Bible, to the papers of Karl Popper and the Pacific Leprosy Foundation Archive. Together these tell many stories. They offer insights into the minds of kings, intellectuals, musicians, artists and explorers. They chart the development of a university and the building of a community. They are a history of the written word, but also of a settler society. Canterbury's treasures offer fascinating windows onto the past and occasion to reflect on the present; they highlight many of the opportunities for future research opening up in an increasingly digital age.

Pages: 256

Publication Date: 01-03-2012

Pages: 80

Dimensions: 195 x 275 mm

Pages: 504

Dimensions: 127 x 165 x 30 mm

Publication Date: 01-09-2007

Pages: 152

Dimensions: 140 x 184 x 10 mm

Publication Date: 01-10-2009

Mehndi, also known as henna tattoo, is a traditional Middle Eastern art used to adorn the body for weddings and other special celebrations. Today, you can join in the beauty and fun of mendhi with this simple book of patterns and instructions for the body and even home decor objects!\n\nInside, you will find a variety of original henna tatttoo patterns that can be applied to the hands, feet, belly and back. You'll also be interested in creating your own designs by following the simple instructions for the 5 basic henna shapes and learn how to combine them in a variety of ways to create exotic mendhi designs of your own.\n\nBut why stop there? Mendhi is a versitile art that can also be applied to wood, leather and other surfaces. Follow-along with the author as she shows how she creates one-of-a-kind designs for a wooden box, leather pouch, magnet, tea caddy and more.\n\nFilled with stunning photographs of beautiful henna tattoo, this book is sure to inspire

Pages: 128

Dimensions: 217 x 281 x 9 mm

Publication Date: 01-02-2012

New Zealand Highlights is a composition of photographic images designed to convey to others the magnificence of this part of the world. It is a landscape book, mostly displaying naturally occurring landscapes and features throughout New Zealand. This book of highlights will serve as a photographic record of many locations visited while in New Zealand and for those who have not had the good fortune to visit New Zealand yet, this book might inspire them to do so.

Pages: 80

This is selection of colour photographs presenting a wide range of subjects and localities. They illustrate some of the many changes that have taken place in New Zealand's railway scene since the 1970s. The earliest scenes included were taken in 1974 and show one of the original 'Df' class diesel-electric locomotives of 1954 still in service in Tauranga. A great booklet for railway enthusiasts.

Pages: 20

Dimensions: 150 x 210 mm

Publication Date: 01-08-2000

Bind: paperback

Pages: 48

Dimensions: 245 x 210 mm

Publication Date: 30-09-2012

Bind: paperback

Pages: 48

Dimensions: 245 x 210 mm

Publication Date: 30-09-2012

Bind: paperback

Pages: 48

Dimensions: 245 x 210 mm

Publication Date: 30-09-2012