Hazards, safety and guide books
The weather is of prime interest to trampers, as they are out in it.
Part of story: Tramping
Publishing
Missionaries published the first books in New Zealand. They were in the Māori language and aimed to spread the Christian message. Local publishers helped encourage New Zealand’s fledgling literary scene.
Part of story: Publishing
Fantasy and social realism, 1970s–2000s
Fantasy
Part of story: Children’s and young adult literature
Children’s and young adult literature
From picture books to novels to non-fiction, New Zealand literature for young people is diverse and original, with authors often working across several genres.