Review rating 6 out of 10.
Stag Doo is another great book by Big Al Lester. I initially wondered if he’d have the material up his sleeve to write a 9th book. He did, but the catch is that this book retells tales from other hunters … read more
Review rating 6 out of 10.
Stag Doo is another great book by Big Al Lester. I initially wondered if he’d have the material up his sleeve to write a 9th book. He did, but the catch is that this book retells tales from other hunters … read more
Review rating 4.5 out of 10.
From Hoon to Hunter is an autobiographical yarn about the stalking highlights of Vern Wilson’s hunting career. Its focus is New Zealand’s big game animals as opposed to his second book which covers overseas hunts … read more
Review rating 9 out of 10.
Recently nominated for the title of “Great Kiwi Classic” and narrowly missing out, Barry Crump’s first novel, ‘A Good Keen Man’ (1960) is a must read for all New Zealanders, hunters or otherwise … read more
Review rating 3 out of 10.
In his first book, Alistair Boyce, publican and head chef of Wellington’s Backbencher gastro-pub, shares some of his wild game recipes and stories about gathering venison, pork, poultry and other game for the pot … read more
Review rating 6 out of 10.
The Modern Hunter is the latest introductory hunting guide book to be released. It covers everything a novice hunter needs to learn and is presented in an easy to understand way. Highly recommended for the beginner hunter … read more
Review rating 5.5 out of 10.
Big Al’s first book was published over a decade ago now, so for those who missed out on his first three books, It’s a Bit Rugged, Mate revisits the highlights of these three books in a single volume, allowing you to move straight to his fourth book … read more
Review rating 4 out of 10
Here The Hunter reviews a collection of anecdotes by Chris Phillips spanning his hunting and shooting career, centered around pest control of rabbits, hares, pigs, stoats, possums and wallabies. The odd red deer stalking story is also recounted … read more
Review rating 3 out of 10.
Unfortunately not all books on the subject of hunting are recommended reads despite their subject matter. Greg Fagg’s first shot at writing may have come up short, not being suitable for all readers — however there are glimpses of quality hidden away in his clumsy writing style. The book’s one shining quality is its many colour photos … read more
Review rating 6 out of 10.
Connor McKenzie’s name will be recognisable to most New Zealand hunters due to his regular column in NZ OUTDOOR Hunting Magazine. Continuing in his tongue-in-cheek style, where Connor mixes fact with fiction, his new book is sure to be a classic kiwi comedy. This book is for hunters and non-hunters alike … read more