Wonderland of the South Pacific: New Zealand

A colour-illustrated portrait of New Zealand published by the Government Printer in 1966. This mid-century pictorial presents the country as a scenic destination and provides a period view of the landscapes and imagery used to promote New Zealand to visitors. Its large-format presentation makes it an appealing addition to a collection of New Zealand travel, photography or tourism history.

  • Publisher: R. E. Owen, Government Printer
  • Year: 1966
  • Edition / printing: 1966 edition
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 152
  • Language: English

Condition: Pictorial jacket is rubbed and scuffed with creases, edge wear and chipping at the spine head and corners. There is a small brown spot on the front. Pages are age-toned.

Book details

Title
Wonderland of the South Pacific: New Zealand
Publisher
R. E. Owen, Government Printer
Published
1966
Language
English
Binding
Hardback
Edition
1966 edition
Subjects
NON FICTION, NZ BOOKS, NZ NON FICTION, NEW ZEALAND, TRAVEL, PHOTOGRAPHY, TOURISM HISTORY, VINTAGE BOOKS
Page count
152

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