Book Publishing & Graphic Design Services ~ Norfolk Island
Book Publications ~ some examples
Norfolk Island 1856-2006 Sesquicentenary Celebrations
Have you ever wondered how Norfolk Island fits into the Mutiny on the Bounty saga? What happened to the descendants of the mutineers? How did they survive and how have they adapted to the changes in their community? Within this publication, historical references and photographs have been included to share with you the story of the Norfolk Islanders and their homeland. Discover many unique aspects of this community from the discovery of the island, the various settlements, to the arrival of the Pitcairners. Learn of community events, traditions, industries, hymns, art and craft that have shaped our history. Book publication authors - Jodie Williams and Lorraine Bataille, book design by Jodie Williams, Studio Monarch, Norfolk Island.
The delighted HRH Victoria, of England, established the Kentia as the 'queen of palms' in the 1800's. It has ruled the foliage world ever since. Seed to Elegance presents the dramatic development of the Kentia industry due to the palm's fascination for interior decorators and palm enthusiasts around the globe. The tree's life cycle, the history of its popularity, the exportation procedures, and the simple maintenance of a Kentia palm are detailed. An abundance of beautiful photographs from three centuries of the majestic Kentia's story are included. Book publication design by Jodie Williams, Studio Monarch, Norfolk Island.
An Island Education - A History of the Norfolk Island Public School
"One of the earliest decisions to be made following the arrival of the Pitcairn Islanders on 8th June 1856, concerned the establishment of a school. Classes began in the New Military Barracks at Kingston on 14th July, 1856, and the attendance of all children was compulsory. In the following year, Governor Denison published laws and regulations for Norfolk Island, which included compulsory school attendance - the earliest legislation of its kind in the British Empire. The fact is all the more remarkable when one considers that as early as 1835, on Pitcairn Island, all children were compelled to go to school. Indeed, many attended from the age of six until they were married. This emphasis on school attendance is a reflection of the high value that Norfolk Islanders have traditionally placed on the education of their children." Brian Mercer 1987. Book publication typeset & layout by Jodie Williams, Studio Monarch, Norfolk Island.
A guide to the traditional Norfolk Island art of plaiting. Our people brought with them the everyday art of plaiting on their arrival to Norfolk Island in 1856. Each Pacific Island has a different approach to their own art of plaiting. In such an isolated situation, each islands' plait is mainly characterised by its creative use of limited materials. Throughout the history of plaiting we can see that Norfolk Islanders are resourceful people, collecting moo-oo from the sides of cliffs, banana bark and corn husk from vegetable gardens, flax from creeks and palms from just about any corner of the island.
This book guides you through the fundamentals of plaiting and ways to create your own plait. Plaiting has been a part of Norfolk Island history for over 150 years. A treasure tradition handed down to me, I feel privileged in being able to pass it on to future generations.
