The Tourist State

Exploring the transformation of New Zealand into a global hotspot, the book delves into the interplay of biopolitics, race, and cultural identity. Through a series of narratives, it uncovers the strategies behind the nation's crafted image and the complexities of its bicultural dynamics. Margaret Werry reveals the underlying drama of how New Zealand was marketed to both the world and its own citizens, highlighting the cultural poetics that shaped its contemporary identity.