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The Broken Decade

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The Broken DecadeExplore the intricacies of a pivotal era in New Zealand's history with 'The Broken Decade' by Malcolm McKinnon. This meticulously crafted book offers an in depth analysis of the 1930s Depression, a time marked by hardship and resilience. Measuring 170 x 240 mm, this paperback edition features 556 pages of thorough research, compelling narratives, and insightful perspectives. McKinnon's work captivates readers by delving into the political and economic

Explore the intricacies of a pivotal era in New Zealand's history with 'The Broken Decade' by Malcolm McKinnon. This meticulously crafted book offers an in-depth analysis of the 1930s Depression, a time marked by hardship and resilience. Measuring 170 x 240 mm, this paperback edition features 556 pages of thorough research, compelling narratives, and insightful perspectives. McKinnon's work captivates readers by delving into the political and economic turmoil of the time, shedding light on the vivid realities faced by those who lived through this challenging decade. From the opulence of the late 1920s to the harrowing struggles for survival, discover how the social landscape transformed in response to economic despair. The book examines the Queen Street riots, relief work, and personal accounts that shaped a generation, making it a vital resource for historians and casual readers alike. Through its detailed year-by-year analysis, 'The Broken Decade' becomes an indispensable addition to understanding New Zealand's past and how it informs the present. Secure your copy today and delve into the comprehensive narrative that portrays both the struggles and resilience of a nation. Delivery is prompt, with no unexpected import charges as this title is stocked locally in New Zealand. We’re happy to combine shipping for a more economical purchase. Embrace the opportunity to learn from history through this important literary work.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 170 x 240 mm
Pages: 556
Bind: paperback
Author: Malcolm McKinnon Publisher: Otago University Press
Publication Date: 12-09-2016

The Depression of the 1930s was a defining period in New Zealand history. It had its own vocabulary – swaggers and sugarbags, relief work and sustenance, the Queen Street riots and special constables – that was all too familiar to those who lived through that tumultuous decade. But one generation’s reality is another’s history. The desperate struggles experienced by many for work, food and shelter during the 1930s eventually gave way to the sunny postwar years, when the Depression was no more than an uncomfortable memory. And now, for the children of the twenty-first century, it’s just a word. While the lives of those most affected by the Depression have been admirably documented in oral histories in various forms, the political and economic context, and the manoeuvrings and responses to the unprecedented conditions have not, until now, been given the extensive analysis they deserve. The Broken Decade, Malcolm McKinnon’s detailed and absorbing history of this period, unpicks the Depression year by year. It begins by introducing the prosperous world of New Zealand in the late 1920s before focusing on the sudden onset of the Depression in 1930–31, the catastrophic months that followed and, finally, on the attempt to find a way back to that pre-Depression prosperity. Informed by exhaustive research, relevant statistics and fascinating personal accounts, and made accessible and meaningful by insightful analysis, this important book will become New Zealand’s definitive study of the 1930s Depression.

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