Richard Wolfe is a writer for adults and children, and a freelance curator of exhibitions. His adult works delve into aspects of New Zealand's art, history, and popular culture, documenting these elements with a keen eye. Collaborating with his wife, artist Pamela Wolfe, he has also published picture books for children. Wolfe's writing offers readers a unique exploration of cultural and historical facets, providing engaging insights into national identity.
Less than a thousand years of human occupation have massively altered Aotearoa. In this fascinating work, cultural historian Richard Wolfe explores how and why settlers have impacted on nature and what this means for our future. Footprints on the Land is a timely review of the human place in our environment, distinguished by art and photographs that show what weve created and what weve lost.
Exploring the journey of the term "kiwi," this illustrated study delves into its transformation from a Mãori word for a secretive bird to a symbol representing New Zealanders and a popular fruit. Richard Wolfe, a cultural historian, examines the various contexts in which "kiwi" is used in branding and identity. Featuring extensive color illustrations and intriguing ephemera, the book offers both entertainment and insight into a significant aspect of New Zealand's cultural landscape.