An in-depth report on a series of earthquakes that shook the Canterbury and Nelson regions of New Zealand in late 1901. McKay, a noted geologist and seismologist, provides detailed scientific analysis of the seismic activity, as well as firsthand accounts from witnesses and survivors. This book is a fascinating historical document and an important resource for researchers studying earthquakes and natural disasters.
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This groundbreaking report by the New Zealand Geological Survey explores the old auriferous drifts of Central Otago. With detailed maps, illustrations, and scientific analysis, it is an important work for geologists, miners, and anyone interested in New Zealand's rich mineralogy.
And the Northern Part of Westland
This reprint offers a detailed examination of the geology in the South-West part of Nelson and the Northern part of Westland, originally published in 1897. It provides valuable insights into the geological features and formations of the region, making it a significant resource for historians, geologists, and enthusiasts interested in the area's natural history. The book maintains the original content's integrity, ensuring that readers receive an authentic glimpse into the geological studies of the late 19th century.
The book explores the contentious landscape of sexuality education in schools, framing it as a clash between Restrictive and Permissive ideologies. Alexander McKay delves into the philosophical and moral underpinnings of a democratic approach to teaching sexuality, advocating for public policies that align with democratic values rather than prevailing sexual ideologies. His argument emphasizes the importance of fostering an inclusive and principled educational environment for young people regarding their understanding of sexuality.
Bankruptcy by the age of thirty was barely a setback and he went on to become a pivotal figure in the rapidly expanding Mitsubishi empire, founding shipyards and breweries. As energetic in his love-life as in business and politics, Glover had a string of Japanese mistresses, one of whom inspired Puccini's Madam Butterfly.
In early l868, the last Tokugawa Shogun was toppled from power by anti-Shogun rebels with the help of Scotsman Thomas Blake Glover. This man, virtually unknown in his own country, is famed in Japan both for his contribution to the birth of modern Japan and for his connection with the Madame Butterfly legend.
