{"title":"Peter Dowling","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Peter Dowling, a celebrated author known for his insightful exploration of history and culture. With a prolific career delving into various subjects, Dowling captivates readers with his thorough research and engaging narrative style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eFatal Contact\u003c\/em\u003e. This meticulously researched book delves into the critical interactions between indigenous populations and European settlers, offering a detailed account of the consequences and the lasting impact on societies. Dowling's ability to weave together historical facts with compelling storytelling invites readers to reflect on the nuanced perspectives surrounding these events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother notable work is \u003cem\u003eNew Zealand Place Names\u003c\/em\u003e, an intriguing journey through the etymology and history of the names that dot the New Zealand landscape. This book serves as both an enlightening resource and a delightful read for anyone interested in geography, history, or simply the stories behind the places we know today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a history enthusiast or simply curious about the world around you, Peter Dowling's books offer an educational and captivating experience. Explore this collection to discover more about the intricacies of history and human interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fatal-contact-by-peter-dowling-9781922464460","title":"Fatal Contact","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFatal Contact\u003c\/em\u003e explores the devastating infectious diseases introduced to the Indigenous populations of Australia after the arrival of the British colonists in 1788. Epidemics of smallpox, tuberculosis, influenza, measles, and sexually transmitted diseases swept through the Indigenous populations of the continent well into the twentieth century. The consequences still echo today in Aboriginal health and life expectancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany historians have acknowledged that introduced diseases caused much sickness and mortality among the Aboriginal populations and were part of the significant population decline following colonisation. However, few writers have elaborated further, and much of this history is still missing, even after more than 200 years. Our knowledge and understanding of the biological consequences surrounding the meeting and contact of these two cultures have not yet been fully investigated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFatal Contact\u003c\/em\u003e examines the major epidemics and explains the complexities of disease infection and immunology: which diseases were responsible for the Aboriginal population decline across Australia in the colonial period, when and where did they occur, how severe were they, how long did they last, which diseases were more devastating, and why were they so devastating? The book also considers the individual medical history of Truganini, the Tasmanian Aboriginal woman erroneously known as ‘the last Tasmanian’. By focusing on the disease burden she faced during her life, the author creates a deeper and personal understanding of how First Nations Australians suffered and yet survived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat this investigation reveals is nothing short of the greatest human tragedy in the long history of Australia. This is a vitally important story that all Australians should read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46832960438508,"sku":"9781922464460","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13055723482872.jpg?v=1758420411"},{"product_id":"new-zealand-place-names-by-peter-dowling-9781990042881","title":"New Zealand Place Names","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Aotearoa to Zalatown, Whanganui to Whangarei, Cape Reinga\/Te Rerenga Wairua to Bluff, \u003cem\u003eNew Zealand Place Names\u003c\/em\u003e is a treasure trove of names for locals and visitors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis attractive and portable paperback gives updated definitions for over 850 names, including their history, origin, meanings, and curiosities. It features maps, glossaries, and appendices on prolific namers, great controversies, and guidance on how to get a place named.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA close collaboration with the New Zealand Geographic Board has facilitated an exchange of information between the authors and the official New Zealand Gazetteer. This book draws on the latest approved information and has been reviewed by experts in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47256746492140,"sku":"9781990042881","price":77.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/f1975984ad12ecf0c69133ff52b0056e.jpg?v=1769890274"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/peter-dowling.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}