Isbn: 9780473608224 (1 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Signed by the author and the then present Mayor Morrin Cooper. Feels unread. Compilation of stories documenting the history of Howick and surrounding districts in Auckland, New Zealand. Alan La Roche, a respected local historian and recipient of the MBE, created this work to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the area. The book includes personal recollections, historical accounts, and photographs that trace Howick's development from its early days as a Fencible settlement to its modern suburban identity. It's designed to be both informative and accessible, offering insights into local heritage through engaging storytelling.…