Born in Dunedin, New Zealand, this mathematician went on to become a professor at the University of Edinburgh where he published several books.

Profile of the former prime minister of New Zealand evaluates Jim Bolger's impact on the economy of his country and provides a brief biography.

Mt. Everest resource offers this synopsis of Edmund Hillary's attempt to climb the highest mountain on Earth. Read about subsequent attempts.

Read a brief encyclopedia profile of this politician who served as prime minister and governor-general of New Zealand.