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Taking My Mother to the OperaDiscover the captivating memoir 'Taking My Mother to the Opera' by Diane Brown, a heartwarming narrative that beautifully captures the nuances of family and the essence of New Zealand culture. This brand new hardback book, measuring 150 x 230 mm and featuring 144 pages, is a must have for those who enjoy poignant, relatable stories intertwined with social history. Diane Brown's writing is filled with humor, tenderness, and poignant reflections that
Discover the captivating memoir 'Taking My Mother to the Opera' by Diane Brown, a heartwarming narrative that beautifully captures the nuances of family and the essence of New Zealand culture. This brand new hardback book, measuring 150 x 230 mm and featuring 144 pages, is a must-have for those who enjoy poignant, relatable stories intertwined with social history. Diane Brown's writing is filled with humor, tenderness, and poignant reflections that will resonate with readers. From her favorite childhood memories to the richly portrayed vivid imagery of New Zealand life, each anecdote unravels the complexities of familial relationships, delivering a compelling reading experience. Readers will find themselves immersed in nostalgia as they navigate through Diane's open and frank accounts, which skillfully weave together emotional depth and social commentary. It's the perfect gift for anyone who cherishes the bonds of family or loves poetry in prose. Enjoy this literary treasure while supporting local business—this title is stocked in New Zealand, eliminating any worries of unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes. Additionally, we offer combined shipping for your convenience, so you can easily collect more of your favorite titles. Don't miss your chance to explore this beautifully crafted memoir and its rich insights into family and the fabric of New Zealand life. Order your copy today and experience the warmth of Diane Brown’s words!CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 150 x 230 mm
Pages: 144
Bind: hardback
Author: Diane Brown Publisher: Otago University Press
Publication Date: 20-10-2015
Piquant, frank, open, wistful, tender, funny … this personal memoir by Diane Brown is deftly â€marbled’ throughout with social history. From carefully chosen anecdotes it slowly unfolds a vivid and compelling sense of character and the psychological dynamics within the family. My favourite photo of Mum, snapped at the beach, her sensible wedding day suit ditched for saggy togs. Here she is, laughing at Dad, as if nothing had ever hurt her. Many readers will recognise the New Zealand so vividly portrayed here, as Brown marshals deeply personal events and childhood memories in a delightfully astute, understated poetic form.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
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Shoe laces aren't great.
Size: 3 Big Kid, Color: Black White
I bought these RUNSIDE kids tennis shoes for everyday wear and school, and overall they’re lightweight, breathable, and comfortable for active use. My child liked how easy they were to put on, and they worked well for running and general play.
The shoes themselves feel flexible and pretty comfortable for the price point. The upper material is breathable, which helps during sports or warmer weather, and they don’t feel heavy on the feet.
However, the main issue is the original shoelaces. They constantly came untied no matter how they were tied, which became frustrating pretty quickly during the day. We ended up replacing them with better-quality laces, and that solved the problem.
Pros:
* Lightweight and comfortable for kids
* Breathable material works well for active use
* Easy for everyday wear and school
* Good fit for the price
Cons:
* Original shoelaces do not stay tied well
* Laces needed to be replaced for practical use
Overall, these are solid budget-friendly kids’ sneakers that work well once the laces are swapped out. The shoe itself is comfortable and functional, but the included laces are definitely a weak point.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great shoes
Size: 8 Toddler, Color: Camouflage Gray
Bought these for my three-year-old son, they fit great and they are easy for him to slide on himself. The laces seem to come untied a lot, but otherwise we love them!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Perfect for Active Kids
Size: 4 Big Kid, Color: Black, Size: 4 Big Kid, Color: Black
My son loves these shoes. He says they’re really comfortable and lightweight, and he can run and play in them easily. So far they’ve held up well. He can fit them. Non Velcro and slip resistant.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2026
★★★★★ 3
Good, but not great! Insert kept falling out.
Size: 3 Big Kid, Color: Black
I bought these for my 8 year old and the insert was loose and had to be played with multiple times before I could get it to stay in place. I eventually had to place a double sided sticky pad to get the insert to stay.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Comfortable
Size: 3 Big Kid, Color: Dreamlike
Comfortable, pretty, easy to adjust for fit
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Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2026
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