Kiwi Collectors: Curious and Unusual Kiwi Hobbies

Description

An interesting collection is as much about the collector as it is the assembled possessions. Join bestselling author Matt Elliott as he tracks down a variety of collectors from around the country. Their beloved items range from firearms to carnivorous plants, Temuka pottery to railway signals. Doors are unlocked, lights switched on and dust is blown off as Matt is welcomed into an array of basements, sheds and garages, and entertained by owners who are serious collectors but don't take themselves too seriously.

Matt Elliott is one of New Zealand's busiest authors, writing across genres for readers of all ages. His best-selling biography of comedian Billy T James was the basis for both a television biopic and cinema documentary. A winner of the Book of the Year and Best Non-fiction Book awards at the New Zealand Children's Book Awards, he has previously written four rugby titles. He lives in Birkdale, on Auckland's North Shore, and this year coached his local college's Fifth grade (Open weight) rugby team. Visit: mattelliottnz.com