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On a Roll: A History of Gambling and Lotteries in New Zealand - David Grant
Softcover Very Good Condition Published by Victoria University Press, New Zealand, 1994
New Zealanders currently spend nearly $2.5 billion a year on legal gaming activities and an equally impressive amount on illegal gaming. The show biz extravaganza of Lotto-now a weekly indulgence in over two thirds of New Zealand households-is our most visible and glamorous game of chance. But it is by no means the only way in which we buy and sell hope.
The desire to gamble is ancient and deeply ingrained. Behind the yells of 'betcha' from modern day school kids in the playground is the echo of ancient civilizations like the Pre-Christian Scythians who staked eyebrows, teeth, wives or their own lives on the throw of the dice.
In this major work of social history David Grant explores the culture and significance of this age old habit in New Zealand. His entertaining and richly illustrated book moves from the unregulated gambling and competitive activities during colonial days, to Lotto, Instant Kiwi and the large-stake card games of the present day.
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