Ann Beaglehole

Ann Beaglehole is a New Zealand writer and historian, specializing in the field of history. Her personal experiences have significantly influenced her work, as she immigrated to New Zealand with her family in the 1950s, fleeing Hungary as refugees in the aftermath of the Hungarian Revolution. This background has informed her research and writing on the history of immigration to New Zealand.

Beaglehole's academic credentials include a PhD in history and a master's degree in creative writing, both earned from Victoria University of Wellington. Her body of work encompasses numerous non-fiction history books, as well as a semi-autobiographical novel and a memoir. Her writing often focuses on the experiences of immigrant groups in New Zealand, including Jewish immigrants and refugees, providing valuable insights into the country's diverse cultural heritage. Through her work, Beaglehole has made significant contributions to the understanding of New Zealand's history and its immigrant communities.