Book two of The May series. This iconic NZ pioneering book is BACK IN PRINT! Set in the King Country in early 1900's, young May, her brothers and parents are carving out a bush farm in Paemako. May is old enough to turn the grindstone, go to school - and be caned!

All books are signed by Phyllis (while stocks last).

Books are faithful to the original, with all the pen and ink illustrations, in soft cover. All proceeds from the sale of these first 3 books in the series are going to reprinting the next 2. Please help us to spread the word wide by liking and sharing out page :)

The first book in The May series 'No one went to town' and the third 'A Comet in the Sky' are also available, check out our other listings. Combined shipping is available.

The May Series

1. No one went to town
2. Black Boots and Buttonhooks
3. A Comet in the Sky
4. No Lily-livered Girl
5. The Fortunate Ones (previously unpublished)

Pick up available in Stratford, Monday and Wednesday mornings only (10am-12pm) from The Bead Hold, 222 Broadway.

Please pay to nominated bank account within 3 days. Items will be sent Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please send your address through TradeMe as it makes it much easier to find. Please make sure you include your name and listing number on your deposit. Thanks!