A Maritime Heritage
Out of Auckland Revisited
Robert J. Hawkins
Type: New Zealand history book (1960’s reprint)
Size: 265 × 210 mm
Pages: 162 + 20-page inserted Appendix II booklet
ISBN: 978-0-473-71819-0
Edition: Limited to 200 copies, 2024
Printing: Offset printed, 4‑col process
Binding: Case bound by Book Binding Press
Production: Scanned, printed and bound in Aotearoa New Zealand
A Maritime Heritage – Out of Auckland Revisited is a carefully reprinted edition of the much-loved maritime classic first published in 1960 and expanded in 1976. This 2024 edition has been scanned from the original publication, preserving the integrity of the source material while introducing updated front matter, including a new introduction and foreword developed in collaboration with the New Zealand Maritime Museum.
Produced in close consultation with the author’s family, the reprint maintains the original Register of Ships and comprehensive index, alongside a selection of additional historical photographs. Printed on cream stock to echo the tone and feel of the earlier editions, this version retains the character of the original while ensuring readability and longevity.
This edition stands as a tribute from Robert J. Hawkins to his late father, honouring a body of research that remains unmatched in documenting Auckland’s maritime history. With a limited print run of 200 copies, the book has proven highly sought-after, with the edition nearly sold out.
This limited edition was meticulously reproduced from scanned original materials, requiring careful image restoration and file preparation to ensure clarity while preserving the authenticity of the source content. Close collaboration with the author’s family ensured the integrity of both text and imagery throughout the process.
The book is printed offset in a four-colour process on cream stock, reinforcing the archival quality and visual warmth of the original publication. The 162-page main volume is casebound for durability, accompanied by a separately bound 20-page Appendix II inserted within the book.
Printed and bound in Aotearoa New Zealand, the final result balances historical fidelity with modern production standards, creating a robust, collectible edition designed for both reference and display.