by F&O NEWS DESK | Jun 11, 2024 | Book reviews
Pick of the month Environmental Defenders: Fighting for our natural worldRaewyn PeartBateman Books$79.99 Through a series of captivating stories, Environmental Defenders tells the tale of how the law has been mobilised to protect some of New Zealand’s most precious...
by F&O NEWS DESK | May 15, 2024 | Book reviews
Pick of the month Foraging New ZealandPeter LanglandsPenguin Random House$50Reviewed by Tony Orman Foraging New Zealand by Canterbury’s Peter Langlands is a meticulously researched guide. There are more than 7500 edible species to consider but for practical reasons,...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Apr 10, 2024 | Book reviews, Editor's pick
Pick of the month Fireside WarmersEmily Vikre$45 With the cold weather setting in, there’s nothing better than a warm, cosy fire on winter evenings. Take your gathering at the campsite, cabin, or backyard firepit from fun to fantastic with delicious cocktails and...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Mar 10, 2024 | Book reviews
Pick of the month Big Little Blue: Double DipperRaymond McGrathScholastic NZ$18.99 When Big and Little Blue – two lovable, lively, and kind-hearted little penguins – hear a cry for help, they are quick to climb to the rescue. Allie the Albatross needs a hug. With...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Feb 7, 2024 | Book reviews
Pick of the month Tongariro National Park: An artist’s field guideDesmond CoveyPotton and Burton$39.99Reviewed by Tony Orman Whanganui-ite Desmond Bovey loves the Tongariro National Park, so when he returned to New Zealand after 30 years in France, he revisited the...
by F&O NEWS DESK | Nov 17, 2023 | Book reviews
Pick of the month Fishes of AotearoaPaul CaigerPotton & Burton$79.99 Here’s a worthy addition to your Christmas shopping list. Dive into the rich marine tapestry of our country with Paul Caiger’s Fishes of Aotearoa. The book celebrates the diverse underwater world...
