Collection: Nonfiction

An introduction to the history, modern and traditional cultural practices, and economy of the Maori people of New Zealand.

Continuation of the story of the Newnes shale oil field and its township which was situated in the neighbouring Wolgan Valley. This site was closed down and in a new oil field was developed 11 km away from Newnes in the Capertee Valley....

An insight into the early history of the Polar regions, and tells the story of Man's first exploration and subsequent expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic, and the respective north and south poles.

Tells the fascinating story of Australia's floral heritage, frm its genesis through to the last stages of evolution, and the changes that have come with intrusions such as the white man with crops of exotic plants.

This book sets out the essential aspects of running a small business, and explains the commercial frameworks that apply to trades, professions, personal and management services, agencies, trading activities and creative concepts.

This history of the final act of King Henry VIII includes a dramatis personae and art illustrations of the key players. In addition to the familiar territory of the fate of Henry VIII's wives, Hutchinson treats his later treacheries and the fate of his remains.

This book takes you on a spine-chilling journey through the world of horror films. It takes a close look at horror movies through the decades.

The Activists Handbook is a powerful guide to activism on virtually any scale. Environmental activist Aidan Ricketts provides a step-to-step guide for citizens eager to start or get involved in grass-roots activist movements.

Considers the plausibility of alien life and what creatures living on extrasolar planets might be like, drawing on scientific sources to depict alien creatures who have adapted to the unique characteristics of their respective environments

Moira Scollay traces the history of Lalor to the present day, introducing us to the residents that shaped this unique Melbourne suburb: home by home, family by family, street by street.