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Harbour Bridge: Auckland, 1958-59
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Step back in time with **Harbour Bridge: Auckland, 1958-59**, a captivating tale set during the vibrant 1950s in Auckland, New Zealand. This enthralling book, published by Scholastic New Zealand Ltd, is perfect for those interested in historical fiction and nostalgia. With a **brand new paperback format** measuring 128mm x 198mm, it fits perfectly on any bookshelf or coffee table.
Join Simon as he navigates his teenage years amidst the backdrop of the iconic **Auckland Harbour Bridge** under construction. This beloved historical landmark not only symbolizes architectural progress but also shapes the lives and dreams of the community. Experience the excitement of the era filled with **rock’n’roll**, **milk bars**, and youthful rebellion. Simon’s adventures come to life as he engages in lively discussions about construction with his uncle and friends.
Meanwhile, Simon’s world intertwines with his best friend Marty’s obsession with the Space Race and his younger sister Jo’s heartfelt concerns for the brave space-faring dogs and monkeys, making this story rich with themes of friendship, ambition, and change. Discover what life will be like on the North Shore once the **Auckland Harbour Bridge** is completed and its impact on the family.
**Harbour Bridge: Auckland, 1958-59** offers readers a vivid glimpse into a transformative period marked by iconic events. At 272 pages, it is a compelling read for anyone interested in Auckland history, culture, and the human experience during a time of great change.
CONDITION: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781775431664
Format: Paperback
Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND LTD
Number of Pages: 272
Dimensions Width: 128mm
Height: 198mm
Auckland in the 1950s: a time of rock'n'roll, milk bars, bodgies and widgies and teenage rebellion. The Auckland Harbour Bridge is under construction. Simon likes watching the bridge being built, and talking to his uncle and his mates about what's happening on site. Meanwhile, Simon's best friend Marty is obsessed with the Space Race and younger sister Jo can't stop worrying about the fate of the dogs and monkeys that are the world's first space travellers. Everyone says that life on the North Shore will change once the bridge is finished but what does that mean for Simon and his family?
Join Simon as he navigates his teenage years amidst the backdrop of the iconic **Auckland Harbour Bridge** under construction. This beloved historical landmark not only symbolizes architectural progress but also shapes the lives and dreams of the community. Experience the excitement of the era filled with **rock’n’roll**, **milk bars**, and youthful rebellion. Simon’s adventures come to life as he engages in lively discussions about construction with his uncle and friends.
Meanwhile, Simon’s world intertwines with his best friend Marty’s obsession with the Space Race and his younger sister Jo’s heartfelt concerns for the brave space-faring dogs and monkeys, making this story rich with themes of friendship, ambition, and change. Discover what life will be like on the North Shore once the **Auckland Harbour Bridge** is completed and its impact on the family.
**Harbour Bridge: Auckland, 1958-59** offers readers a vivid glimpse into a transformative period marked by iconic events. At 272 pages, it is a compelling read for anyone interested in Auckland history, culture, and the human experience during a time of great change.
CONDITION: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781775431664
Format: Paperback
Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND LTD
Number of Pages: 272
Dimensions Width: 128mm
Height: 198mm
Auckland in the 1950s: a time of rock'n'roll, milk bars, bodgies and widgies and teenage rebellion. The Auckland Harbour Bridge is under construction. Simon likes watching the bridge being built, and talking to his uncle and his mates about what's happening on site. Meanwhile, Simon's best friend Marty is obsessed with the Space Race and younger sister Jo can't stop worrying about the fate of the dogs and monkeys that are the world's first space travellers. Everyone says that life on the North Shore will change once the bridge is finished but what does that mean for Simon and his family?
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