Capital Trees: The arboreal legacy of Te Upoko-o-te-Ika the Wellington region

“Goldsmith writes engagingly, and the recounting of her personal experiences while researching the book is a delight. [...] Capital Trees would make a welcome addition to the bookshelves of tree lovers or those interested in Wellington or garden history. Slightly smaller than A5, its size makes it perfect to slip in a bag to be used as a guidebook for those wanting to explore Wellington’s significant trees. It is a delight to dip into or to read cover to cover.” - New Zealand Journal of Public History, by Clare Gleeson “If you are interested in trees and the history of their recognition, especially around Wellington, you’ll want to get a copy of this informative book. The cover alone is worth buying the book for – it is so evocative of Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush!” - Ōtari-Wilton's Bush Newsletter, by Dr Carol West “In Capital Trees, [Susette] reveals layers of knowledge that are grounded in the city/region level of Wellington. Whether you're a layperson who has never heard of 'fake native trees' or a landscape architect who might well be in like-minded accord with the notion of trees as placeholders of national memory, it is a diverting, engaging and educative pleasure to read.” - Landscape Architecture Aotearoa