New Non-Fiction

1940s Fashion: The Definitive Sourcebook Charlotte Fiell

Spanning the austerity of the war years to the introduction of Dior's revolutionary New Look, this extensive survey brings together vintage photography and illustrations to follow the season-by-season fashion evolution of the Forties, providing a comprehensive overview of this period of contrasts.

Native Insects of Aotearoa Julia Kasper

This accessible introduction to a range of the native insects encountered in Aotearoa New Zealand is written by two expert entomologists from our national museum, Te Papa. It features fifty species, from moths and dragonflies to weta and beetles and also offers insights into the museum's fieldwork and collections.

Ngātokimatawhaorua: The Biography of a Waka Jeff Evans

This is the biography of the mighty ceremonial waka taua Ngātokimatawhaorua that rests on the Treaty Grounds at Waitangi.

The Cleopatras: The Forgotten Queens of Egypt Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones

The seven Cleopatras were the powerhouses of the Ptolemaic Dynasty, the Macedonian family who ruled Egypt after Alexander the Great. These extraordinary women kept a close grip on power in the wealthiest country of the ancient world. Their ruthless, single-minded focus on dominance resulted in extraordinary acts of betrayal, violence, and murder in the most dysfunctional dynasty in history.

Save your Brain: Simple Steps and Proven Strategies to Reduce Your Risk of Cognitive Decline - Before It's Too Late Ginni Mansberg

As the health of our brains increasingly takes centre stage, Ginni gives up-to-the-minute advice and strategies you can implement now to protect your brain as you age. A must-read for anyone looking to maintain their quality of life, or that of loved ones, into old age.

Warhol after Warhol: Power and Money in the Modern Art World Richard Dorment

Part detective story, part art history, part memoir, part courtroom drama, Warhol After Warhol is a spellbinding account of the dark connection between money, power and art.