THE HOUSE WITH THE GOLDEN EYES by Alan Gallop

THE HOUSE WITH THE GOLDEN EYES by Alan Gallop (New Zealand)

A scarce book from a small publisher: "unlocking the secrets of a Maori Meeing House Hinebihi". This is a used book in average condition: it has been read many times, cover shows a lot of wear, corners are creased, pages are tanning with age but clean. Looks a bit rough but perfectly readable, rare and cheap (free post!). See photos for cover blurb, sample pages and condition - enjoy!

The blurb: Drawing on original material from archives in both Britain and New Zealand this story recounts how skilled Maori craftsmen carved and construted this whare nui (meeting house) at Te Wairoa in the Hot Lakes Region of New Zealand's North Island, close to the spectacular Pink and White Terraces keenly sought out by intrepid Victorian tourists as the eighth wonder of the world. A wonder that was lost on a night in June 1986 when Mt Tarawera erupted without warning killing over 100 people. Only Hinemihi was strong enough to withstand that rain of fire and stones saving those who sought shelter within.

The story goes on to tell how Hinemihi came to be purchased for 50 pounds by Lord Onslow and shipped to his estate at Clandon Park in Surrey where it has stood for over 100 years, a symbol of unity between Maori and Europeans.

Book Details

Code: SKU375

Condition: See notes and photos below

Binding: Paperback

Pages: 160

Published: 1998 by Running Horse Books London

ISBN: 0953382907

Postage: FREE! Posted as letter.

Price: AUD $8.00