A NEW ZEALAND DIARY – LIVING IN LYTTELTON
A great book for people who love Lyttelton. An even better book for people who don’t understand why that is.
Local Launch of A New Zealand Diary – Living in Lyttelton
A beautifully illustrated account of life in this unique port town.
Limited Local Edition, 100 numbered and signed copies available.
(As of 5th November, 61 copies remaining)
Book Launch Event
Date: Thursday, November 7th 2024
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: The Commoners, British Hotel, Lyttelton
Book Pricing
Regular Price: $45, Launch Price at The Commoners: $40
Pre-order Special: 10% discount off the launch price
(with bonus Christmas card included with your copy).
Email launch@alexhallatt.com for info on how to pre-order.
Pre-order price valid up until 6th November for payments made by this date. No new prer-orders taken after end of Tuesday 5th November, as I have to prep for launch!
Shipping Information
Local Pickup: Available at the launch event in Lyttelton
New Zealand Delivery: Postage available within New Zealand. $6 for one book, $11 for 2-3 books..
International Shipping not advised because it is crazy pricey:
Eg. Tracked & Guaranteed to USA: $82
Note: International readers may prefer to wait for the general release edition. It will not be signed, but it will be available from all good bookstores, including online ones
All prices are in NZ dollars
160 pages which won’t be loose in the actual book
Look Inside - Sample chapter
Dive into what makes Lyttelton the best place to live in Aotearoa with "A New Zealand Diary – Living in Lyttelton". This vividly illustrated book captures a year in the life of the town, from the festivals and markets to the ever-present port debates. Spot familiar places, read local anecdotes, and rediscover the hidden gems that make Lyttelton home. Whether you're a lifelong resident or a recent arrival, this book celebrates the spirit, resilience, and unruly nature of Lyttelton and the people who choose to be in the bottom of an extinct volcano.
Forget your tourist brochures; this is Lyttelton, warts and all.
“Alex has captured the essence of Lyttelton.”
Working on the last illustration for the book
Book Details
Paperback
ISBN: 9780473542542
165 mm x 165 mm
160 pages
Over 70 colour illustrations
Moontoon Publishing
Release date: 7th November 2024
“It’s the best book I’ve read about Lyttelton”