This is an auction for:

• IT'S IN THE POST: THE STORIES BEHIND NEW ZEALAND STAMPS by Richard Wolfe (hardback 2010; 224 pages, photographs throughout)

plus

• ALL THE STAMPS OF NEW ZEALAND by Laurie Franks (hardback 1977; 145 pages, photographs throughout)

A review of IT'S IN THE POST:

"The best and most memorable stamps are gems of graphic design and encapsulations of our history. They celebrate landmark events, famous New Zealanders, sporting and creative achievements; our natural heritage, enterprising spirit and ingenuity. Looking back at more than 150 years of our stamps, it's also clear that they are a fascinating reflection of the mood of the country. Behind every stamp, there is a story, and the most interesting of these are presented in Richard Wolfe's book. In 25 chapters, each built around a theme, IT'S IN THE POST places a stamp or series in its historical, political and social context, and brings to life the people associated with it. One of the aims of the book is to celebrate the superb graphic design of many of our stamps, so of particular interest is coverage of the artistry and technical expertise that goes into producing memorable stamps: the work of the artists, the illustrators, the engravers and printers, and the various techniques they employed. The most graphically interesting stamps were produced between 1855 and the introduction of decimal currency in 1967, and the book focuses, for the most part, on this period. IT'S IN THE POST is a delightful, informative collection of cameos of our past. While it will be welcomed by anyone with an interest in stamps, it is aimed at all New Zealanders, particularly those with an appreciation of graphic design."

New condition.

The cost of shipping is $9.95.

There is of course no charge for shipping if you collect these books from my shop in Palmerston North following the auction.

Payment within seven days, please.