New books on display at Hurunui District Library from 19 Jan – 26 Jan

 

 

 

 ”Strength in what remains” by Tracy Kidder

“Strength in What Remains” recounts the remarkable experiences of Deo, a medical student from Burundi who narrowly survived two genocides, first in his own country, then Rwanda. Through sheer fortitude, and the astonishing kindness of strangers, Deo fled to New York. But his ordeal was far from over. He endured daily discrimination in his menial job, and left his first home – a Harlem tenement building – for the greater safety of sleeping rough in Central Park. Again the generosity of those he encountered prevailed. Deo was introduced to a couple who would in time virtually adopt him, and in the coming years he graduated from Colombia, obtained US citizenship and returned to Burundi to pursue his dream of founding a clinic. In this powerful book, Tracy Kidder brings to light the universality of the human condition through Deo’s extraordinary story of suffering and survival. [Cover]

 

 

 

 ”Practical beekeeping in New Zealand” by Andrew Matheson

For more than 25 years Practical Beekeeping in New Zealand has been the bible for New Zealand beekeepers. The only comprehensive guide to keeping bees in New Zealand, it provides both amateur and professional beekeepers with details on honey bee management throughout the year, advice on handling hive products and information about many other beekeeping subjects. As well as being a guide to beekeepers, Practical Beekeeping in New Zealand appeals to those interested in apiculture and deciding whether to keep bees, and horticulturalists and farmers find it of particular interest for crop pollination. Given New Zealand’s reputation in world beekeeping the book has also been keenly sought after by beekeepers overseas. Three editions of the book have been published since 1984. It has now bee comprehensively updated to incorporate the latest information available, particularly on new approaches to beekeeping now the parasitic varroa mite has become established in New Zealand and changed the face of beekeeping forever. [Cover]

 

 

 

 ”The forgotten islands” by Michael Veitch

 Bass Strait has over fifty cold, dark islands that are regularly pounded by atrocious weather and hardly visited. These islands are rich in atypical Australian history: sealers, lighthouse keepers, feuds, aboriginal ‘resettlements’, and deadly encounters with nature and people who have vanished. Michael Veitch has always been strangely drawn to these islands and was intrigued by how little we know about them. Although some of them are extremely difficult to get to, he decided to attempt to visit them all, relying on the goodwill and skill of an array of fisherman, pilots and locals. Here, he recounts his efforts, the people he meets along the way and the extraordinary flora, fauna and landscapes he finds. [Cover]

 

 

 

 ”Visions of nature” by Trevor Penfold

Visions of Nature -New Zealand’s Wild in the West’ takes a closer look at the wildlife with which we share our environment. It’s a high quality ‘coffee table’ style book that brings together some wonderful photography from wildlife and nature photographer Trevor Penfold – an inspiring book that can be enjoyed on many levels by people of all ages. Although concentrated in the North Island on the west coast, it encourages you to take a closer look at what’s all around us and shows that, no matter where you live, there are amazing creatures to be found – many of which are struggling to survive in our ever-changing world. Trevor goes one step further by explaining some of the techniques and decisions he makes while capturing these images, not only to give some insight into the challenges of wildlife photography, but to help and encourage people in their own photographic exploits. [Cover]

 

 

 

  “Australia : story of a cricket country” by Christian Ryan

A surprised old-timer was quoted saying, ‘Why, they beant black at all; they’re as white as wuz.’ More than a comprehensive history, this ground-breaking volume is a colourful, insightful and affectionate portrait of Australian cricket. A selection ofAustralia’s best writers share their thoughts on different aspects of the game and its place in our national culture; from bowling, captaincy and scoring, to alcohol, media and literature. [Cover]

Other titles on display this week :

 ”Maeve Binchy’s treasury” by Maeve Binchy

“Shelter” by Harlan Coben

“A day in the life of a smiling woman” by Margaret Drabble

“The River Cottage family cookbook” by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

“The silent girl” by Tess Gerritsen

“The cold eye of heaven” by Christine Dwyer Hickey

“Toys” by James Patterson

To reserve any of these items please contact your local library or email info@hurunuilibraries.govt.nz

 Avril