- Paperback: 64 pages
- Publisher: Oval Books; Revised edition (25 Mar 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1903096871
- ISBN-13: 978-1903096871
- Product Dimensions: 17 x 10.6 x 0.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 622,395 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As a critical kiwi I thought this was a fantastic book, was a a real treasure! I had no idea there was so many mannerisms and thoughts I have that are so particular to the kiwi way of life! Felt very nostalgic at times and felt homesick, but laughed just as much! Could not put it down, will make sure my English friends and family read it so they understand me better!
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Brilliant work which shows great insight into the beliefs and fables of New Zealanders in both a contemporary and historical context, in a humorous way which reflects the Kiwi ability to laugh at themselves I am sure there isn’t a New Zealander around who couldn’t recognize the traits portrayed in either themselves or people they know. I also have no doubt that in time the guide will be seen as an important historical resource – where else can you find accurate and pertinent data spanning generations of New Zealanders in just 63 pages!
The authors are to be congratulated for truly encapsulating the Kiwi trait of being able to laugh at themselves.
The most hilarious book I have read in ages.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you're thinking about going to New Zealand anytime soon, I would highly recommend reading this book first! It's hilarious, short and dead-on. In less than 100 pages, you'll get a very thorough introduction to the culture and people of New Zealand which will make your visit all the more amusing as you discover the stuff you've just read about to be perfectly true.
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An amusing read
As a Kiwi I found this look on the Kiwi culture brilliant. It's been a while since I lived there and I think it captured the Kiwi pioneering spirit superbly. Read more
Published 23 months ago by debsm
Knowledge is power
This hits the spot - it tells you some of those things that you'd find out by spending time in NZ or with Kiwi's.
Just remember, its a beautiful country...!
Just remember, its a beautiful country...!
Published on 20 Sep 2006 by Matt
Nostalia and Laughs
Writing this as a critical kiwi, I thought it was a fantastic book, was a a real treasure! I had no idea there was so many mannerisms and thoughts I have that are so particular to... Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2005 by Marni Brownlees
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