Discover the powerful narrative of 'Province of Danger', a compelling novel by Ray Grover that dives deep into the profound impact of historical events like World Wars I and II, the Great Depression, and the Spanish Civil War on New Zealand's society. This brand new paperback edition, measuring 153 x 234 mm and consisting of 448 pages, weaves an intricate tapestry of contrasting characters. Explore the lives of Nelle, a dedicated World War I nurse, Frank, the intellectual in love with a German refugee, Harry, a sniper turned peace advocate, and Jim, a left-wing activist fighting against Fascism in Spain. Through brilliant archival research and a compassionate lens, Grover re-evaluates New Zealand’s military, social, and political history with meticulous detail. The novel not only captures the essence of a nation grappling with its identity but also illustrates the personal struggles and societal upheavals that shaped modern New Zealand. Ideal for history enthusiasts and fans of engaging narratives, 'Province of Danger' is an essential read that provides insights into the nation’s growth amidst turmoil. Its publication on August 16, 2018, offers contemporary relevance alongside its historical context. Get your copy today and delve into a masterpiece that chronicles the enduring human spirit and unmissable lessons from our past. Order now for fast delivery across New Zealand, ensuring you receive this invaluable addition to your collection promptly!

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 153 x 234 mm
Pages: 448
Bind: paperback
Author: Ray Grover Publisher: Quentin Wilson Publishing
Publication Date: 16-08-2018

This is a novel of insights, bold assessments and revelations told by four contrasting characters from the generation whose adult lives were affected forever by World Wars I and II, the Depression, the Spanish Civil War and the domestic upheaval that accompanied the waterfront lockout and protests against the war in Vietnam. It is an account to treasure, not simply because of its narrative power, its superb interweaving of the real and the imagined, and its huge and contrasting canvases, but because of its brilliant and meticulous archival research and its compassionate yet rigorous re-evaluation of some of New Zealand’s most bitter and wounding military, social and political battles, and of the officers, soldiers, nurses, trade unionists, conscientious objectors and political leaders involved. No New Zealand novel about the harrowing experience of our growth towards nationhood has a broader sweep and more detailed grasp of events. It is a masterpiece of times that must never be forgotten - Kevin Ireland The war to end wars ended in 1918. It is, however, still early in the twentieth century and Nelle, the World War I nurse who patched up the remnants of men who ‘survived’, fears for her fighter-pilot son; disastrously, Frank, the intellectual, has fallen in love with a German refugee; World War I sniper hero, Harry, the Christian, now fights for peace; and left-wing activist, Jim, goes to war in Spain to fight Fascism. In Province of Danger, our four narrato