This is an auction for JAMES K BAXTER by W H Oliver.

“James K Baxter was a seminal figure in New Zealand’s literary world and exercised an extraordinary influence on society in his relatively short life. W H Oliver, a friend of Baxter from the 1940s until his death, provides a vivid portrayal of the poet’s life in this generously illustrated biography. He chronicles Baxter’s struggles and search for fulfilment in his religious beliefs and relationships. Above all Oliver emphasises the importance of the poetry that is Baxter’s legacy to New Zealand literature today. JAMES K BAXTER: A PORTRAIT is a fascinating and lively introduction to a remarkable figure, and a critical insight into the times in which he lived.”

CONTENTS:

• The Cage of Beginning, 1926–1939
• A Green Boy Come of Age, 1940–1948
• The Cretan Labyrinth, 1949–1958
• The Net of Temperate Love, 1958–1965
• To Lay a Strong Ghost, 1966–1968
• A Cure for Being Human, 1968–1972
• Epilogue

Large format paperback 1983.

160 pages.

Photographs and other illustrations throughout.

Very good condition.

The cost of shipping is $4.95, or $6.95 by tracked mail. If you are on rural delivery and want tracked mail, the shipping cost will be $9.95.

Shipping to the Netherlands would cost $42.95.

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

Payment within seven days, please.