A special public event is being held to celebrate the publication of the new edition of The Meeting Place: Māori and Pākehā Encounters, 1642–1840 by Vincent O’Malley.
Venue: The Royal Society, 11 Turnbull Street, Wellington
Date: Tuesday, 14 October
Time: Doors open at 5.30pm; event begins at 6.00pm
Speakers: Vincent O’Malley and The Hon. Justice Sir Joe Williams
Shortlisted for the New Zealand Post Book Awards (2013) in its first edition, this updated account from an award-winning and bestselling historian expands on the original with new research, including material on Te Waipounamu and an enriched visual narrative. An information sheet on the book is attached.
All are welcome. No RSVP required.