Kamahi - A District History by Merv Halliday

This is a second-hand copy of the book Kamahi - A District History by Merv Halliday.

Condition: This is a used book in good condition. The dustjacket has rubbing and sun fading to spine - see photos. The dust jacket has now been covered in a non-adhesive PVC cover for its own protection. This is simply folded in place and is easy to remove without damaging the jacket. The front hinge is cracking - see photo - all pages are still bound.

Publisher: Merv Halliday
Year: 1990
ISBN: 0473010739
Format: Hardback with dustjacket
Pages: 264
Condition: Used (Good)

This excellent history, in content and presentation, was published to coincide with a Kamihi district reunion held in late 1990. Kamahi, situated northeast of Invercargill was first settled by Europeans in the late 1850s-early '60s, with one of the earliest major projects in the area the construction of a railway. However, timber milling was the earliest local industry. The cleared land was ideal for pastoral purposes and arable farming had become dominant by the 1990s. The history takes events up to that time, recalling every aspect of life, work, commerce, recreation, community and social activities, education, and notable personalities. A model publication of its type, with the author's engaging text well complemented by an amazing collection of photographs.