The Lively Capital Auckland 1840-1865

by Una Platts

A colourful and idiosyncratic account of the 25 years during which Auckland was the capital of New Zealand. Portrait painter and art historian Una Platts evoked the spirit of pioneer Auckland through paintings, drawings and maps of the time. The book also includes passenger lists for the Anna Watson, Jane Gifford and Duchess of Argyle and biographies of many early Auckland characters.

Christchurch: Avon Fine Prints, 1971

271 pp, colour & B/W plates &

$110.00