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Norman Kirk left school at the age of 12 to work painting chimneys. His working life was hard and in 1943 two events took place that had a profound influence on him, he married and he joined the Labour Party. Norm became the youngest leader of the Labour Party and he led them to victory in 1972 but died in 1974, after only 18 months in office.

The stories of 30 of New Zealand's most famous people including their childhood and education, the paths that led to the achievements for which they became well known and their influence upon New Zealand's history and culture. With original photographs - many supplied by the subjects themselves. Written by award winning author Kevin Boon.