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Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Zealands" Hi I have tried to get this book from all the usual suspects and have failed....anyone wanna sell me a copy?....ive got time to burn at the moment. Thanks |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Zealands" Hi I have tried to get this book from all the usual suspects and have failed....anyone wanna sell me a copy?....ive got time to burn at the moment. Thanks |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by bookemjano
www.amazon.com - some private sellers have copies of it new and used with international shipping
Yeah.....i ordered ... paid ...then got an e-mail saying its not available...like ever. Cheers |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Zealands" Hi I have tried to get this book from all the usual suspects and have failed....anyone wanna sell me a copy?....ive got time to burn at the moment. Thanks Phyl |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by 80s Chick
You can't even get it through Portsmouth City Libraries 'cos I've checked. Sent you a PM may be able to help.
Phyl www.abebooks.com Kind regards Phyl |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by 80s Chick
Just realised it's an entirely different book to the one we've got. Sorry, can't help, but these people might be able to:
www.abebooks.com Kind regards Phyl Regards Paul |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
Thanks...i will let you know how i get on
Regards Paul Are you in the UK Paul? I bought the book some months ago in a Waterstones three fro the price of two offer. I noticed it's just been republished. They had it on display in the Travel section at my branch (Nottingham). :) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Munchkin
Are you in the UK Paul?
I bought the book some months ago in a Waterstones three fro the price of two offer. I noticed it's just been republished. They had it on display in the Travel section at my branch (Nottingham). :) If anybody would like to borrow it when we have finished ..let me know. Thanks to all |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
Good News.............Wifey came up trumps today....just as you said..Travel Section!
If anybody would like to borrow it when we have finished ..let me know. Thanks to all What's it about? I realise NZ, doh, but what exactly is it? New here, hello! Debbie |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Sparkle2nite
Hi Paul
What's it about? I realise NZ, doh, but what exactly is it? New here, hello! Debbie It's written by a chap who went out there about 15 years ago intending to teach in NZ for a year then move on to Australia. But he liked NZ so much he stayed. From what I can recall he finds himself at the point of wondering if he wants to stay in NZ or come back to the UK. He decides it's best to make that decision from the standpoint of having actually seen what NZ has to offer so hitchhikes the length and breadth of the country before making his decision. From what I recall he was settled in the South Island and ended his journey at the northenmost point of the North Island. Munchkin :) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Munchkin
It's written by a chap who went out there about 15 years ago intending to teach in NZ for a year then move on to Australia.
But he liked NZ so much he stayed. From what I can recall he finds himself at the point of wondering if he wants to stay in NZ or come back to the UK. He decides it's best to make that decision from the standpoint of having actually seen what NZ has to offer so hitchhikes the length and breadth of the country before making his decision. From what I recall he was settled in the South Island and ended his journey at the northenmost point of the North Island. Munchkin :) DOH you told me the end :) Only Kidding |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
I bet you are really annoying to sit next to during Films :rolleyes:
DOH you told me the end :) Only Kidding I didn't tell you whether hedecided to come back to old Blighty now did I? ;) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
I bet you are really annoying to sit next to during Films :rolleyes:
DOH you told me the end :) Only Kidding I didn't tell you whether he decided to come back to old Blighty now did I? ;) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Munchkin
Now, now.
I didn't tell you whether he decided to come back to old Blighty now did I? ;) I actually want to sneak a look at the end now to see what he does - oh can I resist it - keep watching this space to find out!!!!!!! |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
Hi
Yeah.....i ordered ... paid ...then got an e-mail saying its not available...like ever. Cheers That's just happened to me with the New Zealand Road Atlas! Buggers! I've already waited 9 weeks for it, they've took the money and now they tell me it's not in stock and not likely to be. Need a drink. (You know you need help when you get really excited at the thought of getting a road atlas, my sanity is in jeopardy.) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by bookemjano
That's just happened to me with the New Zealand Road Atlas! Buggers! I've already waited 9 weeks for it, they've took the money and now they tell me it's not in stock and not likely to be. Need a drink.
(You know you need help when you get really excited at the thought of getting a road atlas, my sanity is in jeopardy.) They will refund you though....Wifey got the book from ....get this..... wait for it......a real shop! Try this link it writes routes that you can print off ....for NZ that is http://www.wises.co.nz/route/ Do you think it would be a good idea to start a thread where everyone could post any really helpfull links ...with a brief explanation? |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Sparkle2nite
Hi Paul
What's it about? I realise NZ, doh, but what exactly is it? New here, hello! Debbie Welcome Debbie - and K sent your way. :) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by bookemjano
That's just happened to me with the New Zealand Road Atlas! Buggers! I've already waited 9 weeks for it, they've took the money and now they tell me it's not in stock and not likely to be. Need a drink.
(You know you need help when you get really excited at the thought of getting a road atlas, my sanity is in jeopardy.) I can send you one if you like from here?? PM me if you want one - there are lots of FREE maps here of all the areas at all the motels etc - I can collect them for you as well?? :) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
Hi
Do you think it would be a good idea to start a thread where everyone could post any really helpfull links ...with a brief explanation? Think we might have one already at top of page! ;) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Biddy
What a great idea!
Think we might have one already at top of page! ;) LI-ONS, LI-ONS, LI-ONS Heck Saturday is getting closer - and my nerves are getting more and more frazzled!! I want them to win so badly it hurts! Right back to the Really Useful Thread........ :rolleyes: |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by sunshine_and_rain
I can send you one if you like from here?? PM me if you want one - there are lots of FREE maps here of all the areas at all the motels etc - I can collect them for you as well??
:) Thank you so much, will PM you, have sent you Karma you lovely person! |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Biddy
What a great idea!
Think we might have one already at top of page! ;) Something like this: NZ Employment NZ Travel NZ Property for sale NZ Property for Rent NZ Tourism NZ Auto's NZ Official Stuff THE LIONS Official website........all available from one initial link. It may be the tablets kicking in though :beer: |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Thank you for the 'hello's' and K....which I presume is karma, but don't know how that works???? Sorry if I appear thick (which of course I am.......but happy....), could you explain how karma works?
Sunshine, we are hoping to go to BOP, it sounds beautiful. OH is in IT and the BOP really appeals to him (he loves the sun), but looking at job sites it doesn't seem to have much call for his line of work? WH Smiffs have NZ road atlas's........I've been looking at them.....whilst wearing my anorak, which was nice..... :D :D :D :D Debbie |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Sparkle2nite
Thank you for the 'hello's' and K....which I presume is karma, but don't know how that works???? Sorry if I appear thick (which of course I am.......but happy....), could you explain how karma works?
Sunshine, we are hoping to go to BOP, it sounds beautiful. OH is in IT and the BOP really appeals to him (he loves the sun), but looking at job sites it doesn't seem to have much call for his line of work? WH Smiffs have NZ road atlas's........I've been looking at them.....whilst wearing my anorak, which was nice..... :D :D :D :D Debbie |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
LOL yes......i think what i mean is for a list of web links catalogued in a usable order......... ;)
Something like this: NZ Employment NZ Travel NZ Property for sale NZ Property for Rent NZ Tourism NZ Auto's NZ Official Stuff THE LIONS Official website........all available from one initial link. It may be the tablets kicking in though :beer: Sounds like a job for you Paul - seeing as you've time on your hands and everything ;) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Biddy
Yeah - makes sense........loads of links though to manage - I must have about 60 NZ ones in my favourites already!
Sounds like a job for you Paul - seeing as you've time on your hands and everything ;) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pinkie Pie
Seconded...all in favour...over to you it is then Paul....:D
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Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pinkie Pie
Seconded...all in favour...over to you it is then Paul....:D
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Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
I'll get right on it!........starting with the links that are already on the really useful thread.... :beer:
(specially seeings as your virtually housebound at the minute and probably bored rotten!! :D Hope the leg is feeling a bit better - it was your leg wasn't it?) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
I have made a start ....just need to put the links in now!
http://www.thisisfengshui.com/expats/home.htm What do you think? I know a few links to tidy up! :beer: |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
I have made a start ....just need to put the links in now!
http://www.thisisfengshui.com/expats/home.htm What do you think? I know a few links to tidy up! :beer: big round of applause for pompey_paul...... http://tcwozere.co.uk/smileys/clap.gif might even send you some karma you clever thing..... well done!!! :D |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Finished the book yesterday.....a really good read and insight into the Kiwi way of life........any others to reccomend? :rolleyes:
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Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Zealands" Hi I have tried to get this book from all the usual suspects and have failed....anyone wanna sell me a copy?....ive got time to burn at the moment. Thanks |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Franklin
Is there a north/side divided in NZ? ... "anything north of Watford" ... kind of thing?
Yes there seems to be a bit of that going on ...on the North Island :) Get a copy of the book...its very good! |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Pompey_Paul
Finished the book yesterday.....a really good read and insight into the Kiwi way of life........any others to reccomend? :rolleyes:
Kiwis Might Fly by Polly Evans. Bantam books ISBN 0-553-81557-1 Its about the author's motorcycle tour of NZ in search of the endandangered 'real man' apparently in his last refuge in NZ. It was recommended by a dentist so it might require anaesthetic to be enjoyed. Maybe some help from Sunshine & Rain since they have an Anaesthetist in the family :D Regards |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
Originally Posted by Sega Mad
I don't yet know what it's like (I haven't read it yet) but you could try
Kiwis Might Fly by Polly Evans. Bantam books ISBN 0-553-81557-1 Its about the author's motorcycle tour of NZ in search of the endandangered 'real man' apparently in his last refuge in NZ. It was recommended by a dentist so it might require anaesthetic to be enjoyed. Maybe some help from Sunshine & Rain since they have an Anaesthetist in the family :D Regards Slipping Into Paradise: Why I Live in New Zealand Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson ISBN: 0345466144 And Kiwi Tracks: A Tramper in New Zealand (Lonely Planet Journeys S.) Andrew Stevenson ISBN: 0864427875 I'll let you know how i get on! :) |
Re: Joe Bennett "A Land Of Two Halves: Looking For A Lift In Both New
:) I have now read the following Books and it might be useful to give some comments on them :)
Slipping Into Paradise: Why I Live in New Zealand Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson ISBN: 0345466144 Much Travelled Jewish intellectual tells us why he has chosen to live in New Zealand, giving a potted history of the island alongside a warts and all look at NZ society, this brings some surprising facts to life about New Zealand and some not so surprising facts. Personally it made me realise that although New Zealand is beautiful it has already lost much of its natural Flora and Fauna forever....and what we are seeing is a much more European influenced scenery (although still very gorgeous). This book struggled a bit to explain Maori Culture (although this was beyond the scope of such a small book), what explanations it does give are dealt with sympathetically. The book is also (and owns up to it) a little light on detail about the South Island. There are hundreds of references and further reading recommended, the Author also gives his e-mail address and welcomes contact. :) Kiwi Tracks: A Tramper in New Zealand (Lonely Planet Journeys S.) Andrew Stevenson ISBN: 0864427875 A book on Hiking around NZ (tramping), this book is great on detail of a real hiker who tackles all the major treks in NZ, very good detail of Maori culture and very heavy on the South Island which is great! A really good read, read before you go as like me you may want to try some of the treks! Treats the ecology of NZ in detail. :) A Land of Two Halves: An Accidental Tour of New Zealand ISBN: 074326357X 40 Something Old Fart decides to take a break and hitchhike around New Zealand, the reason for this is that is dog is old and he must decide if he is going to get another and stay in New Zealand or not! Great writing with some good wit..............he can winge a bit through the book which gets a tad annoying. Good detail....not as much detail as Kiwi tracks but then again he does not do the hard core treks! Good read :o |
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