ISBN10: 1877418110, ISBN13: 9781877418112, [publisher: Transpress NZ] Hardcover 256 pages. The cargo and passenger vessels recorded in this b ook have provided regular and scheduled services across Cook Stra it since the late 19th century, establishing and maintaining the vital link between Wellington and the South Island ports of Lytte lton, Picton and Nelson. Many will forever be a part of our natio n's history. Most are forgotten in time. Described are the ships that, year after year, in war and peace, carried our commerce and families between north and south. They were our maritime 'househ old names'. Ships like the Tamahine, Hinemoa, Aramoana, the giant Kaitaki, and the pioneering Straitsman are among those featured in text and photos. Profiles recall crew and passenger memories, outline the ports, detail the historic 'boat trains', visit the l oss of the Wahine and acknowledge the assistance of the harbour r adio stations. Lavishly illustrated with many historic scenes, do cuments and attractive portraits of the ships, this book is an es sential addition to the library of anyone interested in seafaring and New Zealand's maritime heritage.
[Wellington, New Zealand] [Publication Year: 2009]