Riccarton and the Deans Family

Riccarton and the Deans Family - History and Heritage, Written by Joanna Orwin

Joanna Orwin– Christchurch award winning author – brings to life the intriguing Deans story against the backdrop of Canterbury’s natural and social history.

The author’s passion for her local natural and historical environment is plainly evident in the detailed writings in several chapters of her book, from the early ‘Pioneer Adventurers’ to ‘Ensuring the Future’ covering the history of Riccarton Bush…

A beautifully illustrated book with an insightful and enjoyable read about the Deans family, this lovely coffee table book was published by David Bateman in 2015.

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