Empire City Wellington becomes the capital of New Zealand by JOHN E. MARTIN
$50.00
Secondhand hardcover good condition. Published by Te Herenga Waka University Press Victoria University of Wellington, 2022. Empire City explores the pivotal period when Wellington was chosen as the new capital of New Zealand, shifting the political centre from Auckland. The book delves into the historical context and societal changes that accompanied this significant development. It offers a detailed account of how Wellington established itself as the nation's political and administrative heart.
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Type: NON FICTION
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