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The Near West
A History of Grey Lynn, Arch Hill and Westmere
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The Auckland neighbourhood of Grey Lynn has near legendary status. Sometimes referred to as 'The People's Republic of Grey Lynn', history is everywhere here despite its recent gentrification. From the eeling ground of mana whenua and its colonial carve-up into farmland, to the gradual progression of...
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The Near West
A comprehensive history of three fascinating Auckland neighbourhoods
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Description
The Auckland neighbourhood of Grey Lynn has near legendary status. Sometimes referred to as 'The People's Republic of Grey Lynn', history is everywhere here despite its recent gentrification.
From the eeling ground of mana whenua and its colonial carve-up into farmland, to the gradual progression of residential development through Victorian and Edwardian times and beyond, early industry, the rough and tumble of left-wing politics, the wave of post-war migrants from rural Maori communities and the Pacific, the boho scene of artists, filmmakers, writers, journalists, musicians, the students and the safe haven it has always been for the queer community... there is probably no other New Zealand neighbourhood quite as fascinating.
This comprehensive, engaging and richly illustrated history of Grey Lynn and its neighbours Arch Hill and Westmere surveys it all.
The Near West by Tania Mace delves into these compelling narratives, offering readers an insightful exploration of one of New Zealand's most unique and vibrant areas.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780995146501
Publisher: Massey University Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 12 September 2024
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Massey University Press
Illustration: 250 Illustrations, color
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 31.0mm
Width: 190.0mm
Height: 250.0mm
Weight: 700g
Pages: 420
About the Author
Tania Mace is a freelance historian with a Master of Arts with honours in history. For more than two decades she has worked in the heritage field, researching and writing histories of buildings and places. Her first book was a history of St James Kindergarten (now known as Grey Lynn Kindergarten), written for the centenary in 2013. She has lived in Grey Lynn for more than 30 years.
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