Narrative Of The Late War In New Zealand (1863) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164876182)

The book ""Narrative Of The Late War In New Zealand"" was written by Robert Carey in 1863. The book is a detailed account of the war that took place in New Zealand between the British Empire and the Maori people in the 1860s. The author, Robert Carey, was a British officer who served in the war and provides a first-hand account of the conflict. The book begins with an overview of the history of the Maori people and their interactions with Europeans. It then goes on to describe the events leading up to the war, including the Treaty of Waitangi and the disputes over land ownership. The author provides a detailed account of the battles that took place during the war, including the Siege of Waikato and the Battle of Rangiriri. Throughout the book, Carey provides insight into the tactics and strategies used by both sides, as well as the political and social factors that influenced the conflict. He also describes the impact of the war on the Maori people, including the loss of land and the displacement of communities. Overall, ""Narrative Of The Late War In New Zealand"" is a valuable historical document that provides a detailed and informative account of a significant event in New Zealand's history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Maori people or the British Empire's colonial expansion.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Robert Carey
ISBN-10: 116487618X
ISBN-13: 9781164876182
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 210
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.63lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d