Isles of Chance – A Robinson-Clough Family History

Estate of Jacqueline Oliver.
A Robinson-Clough family history drawn from historical records, early NZ publications, and whakapapa. While gaps remain—particularly around Puai Reka’s ancestry—the story spans Māori lineage, Irish famine, colonial life, and more. Rich in context, it preserves authenticity through direct quotes.

While initially intended for descendants of James Robinson-Clough, the wealth of historical context uncovered expanded beyond its scope. The result is a richly layered narrative that blends personal history with wider accounts of Aotearoa’s past, aiming to be engaging rather than just a private family record.