Non-Fiction
We believe that great non-fiction opens doors to deeper understanding, sharper perspectives, and lifelong curiosity. Our non-fiction collection brings together carefully selected titles that span history, biography, science, culture, politics, and beyond. Whether you are seeking to uncover untold stories from the past, gain insight into today’s world, or explore ideas that shape the future, you’ll find works here that both inform and inspire.
Each book in our collection is chosen for its clarity of thought, quality of research, and power to engage the reader. From celebrated classics to contemporary voices, we aim to showcase works that challenge assumptions, broaden horizons, and encourage meaningful conversation.
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Whitiki! Whiti! Whiti! E! | Monty Soutar
This major publication about Maori participation in the First World War is written by NZ's leading Maori military historian Dr Monty Soutar, author...
View full detailsLonely Planet Epic Drives of the World 1
Buckle up for the next installment in our 'Epic' series and the follow-up to Epic Bike Rides of the World. Epic Drives of the World, a beautiful pa...
View full detailsExperience Hawaii | Lonely Planet
Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Hawaii: Unique experiences to string together an unforgettable trip Inspiring full-color travel photography a...
View full detailsHow to Draw: Manga Faces | Yishan Li
Learn to draw expressive, characterful manga faces using this simple step-by-step book. Manga artist Yishan Li teaches you to transform simple ...
View full detailsPerth and Region Handy: 2015 | Hema Maps
Perth and Region Handy: 2015 Author: Hema Maps ISBN: 9781925195163 Dimensions: 250mm x 120mm Book Type: Sheet map, folded
Re:Fashion Wardrobe | Portia Lawrie
Sew a sustainable capsule wardrobe that is tailored to you - and with it, help break the cycle of throw-away fashion. The fashion industry is th...
View full detailsAtmospheric Animals in Watercolour
From domestic cats and dogs to wild lions and giraffes, best-selling artist and author Jean Haines shows the reader how to bring a vitality of life...
View full detailsLonely Planet Wine Trails
The second edition of Lonely Planet's Wine Trails features 52 weekend-long guided itineraries through the world's most exciting wine regions. Thi...
View full detailsTowards Compostela | Catharina van Bohemen
Catharina van Bohemen walked the Camino de Santiago in 1998. Jenny Shipley was New Zealand's prime minister, Bill Clinton's relationship with Monic...
View full detailsJapanese Motifs in Stumpwork & Goldwork
Jane Nicholas is one of the world's leading embroiderers, specializing in stumpwork. Her exquisite embroideries in goldwork and stumpwork are inspi...
View full detailsBeautiful Houses by the Water | The Images Publishing Group
We are all drawn to water, whether for relaxation or recreation. So it is little surprise that many homes are designed especially for a gorgeous wa...
View full detailsHomemade Table The | Nicola Galloway
Nicola Galloway is one of New Zealand's most respected food writers and photographers, well known for her syndicated columns and award-winning webs...
View full detailsOrigami Paper 100 Sheets Rainbow Patterns 6" (15 cm)
Make decorative papercraft models with this beautiful origami paper pack. Rainbow patterns are fabulous, colorful and unique. These paper packs mak...
View full detailsRoom to Write | Linda Burgess
Since 2002, 40 writers from France and Aotearoa New Zealand have made an historic cottage on a steep street in Thorndon their home while they write...
View full detailsNew Zealand Seashore Guide The
New Zealand Seashore Guide The Author: Carson Sally & Morris Rod ISBN: 9781988550428 Book Type: Paperback / softback
Fierce Hope | Karen Nairn
Youth activism has been a defining feature of Aotearoa's recent political landscape. Amidst these unsettling political times haunted by climate cha...
View full detailsWaste Not Want Not | Burtscher Sarah
Waste Not Want Not Author: Burtscher Sarah ISBN: 9780473548568 Book Type: Hardback
For a Very Special Woman | H. Exley
For a Very Special Woman Author: H. Emm x leymm ISBN: 9781846344800 Book Type: Hardback
Islands Book | Lonely Planet
Islands have long been a source of fascination for travellers and there's an endless variety to explore: from storm-battered Faroes to the sort of ...
View full detailsWhere to Go When | Lonely Planet
In this second edition of Where to Go When, Lonely Planet once again answers the perennial question of the traveller - where is the best place to v...
View full detailsBroken Estate | Mel Bunce
"It is easy to look at the extremity of `post truth' politics in the US and conclude that we must be doing something ok in New Zealand. But in many...
View full detailsBushline | Robbie Burton
Robbie Burton is a tramper, mountain-lover and book publisher, who has had a life-long infatuation with the wild places of New Zealand. In this mem...
View full detailsHe Tohu Box Set | Orange, Brookes, O''Malley
He Tohu Box Set Author: Orange, Brookes, O''Malley ISBN: 9781991033154 Book Type: Hardback
Offbeat | Lonely Planet
Avoid the crowds and discover 100 amazing places away from the tourist trail. Prior to 2020's COVID-19 outbreak, some of the world's greatest dest...
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