The New Zealand Referee

Christchurch: Felig and Bird, 1890. Hardcover. A run of journal issues from May 1890 to June 1891, 4 of the 58 numbers missing. Contained in early boards, lacking spine, but sewn firmly together. Internally very good. Weekly issues (approx 12 pages) of the popular journal covering sport, music and drama. Detailed accounts of rugby, cricket, horse racing, athletics, cycling, and a wide range of contemporary sporting activities, illustrated advertising. Details of what is included on application. An extremely rare, fulsome and interesting work providing a comprehensive view of late 19th C sport and rural life in New Zealand. Good. Item #17406

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