Rambles In New Zealand (1841)

By John Carne Bidwill

Book Overview

Rambles In New Zealand is a travelogue written by John Carne Bidwill, a botanist and explorer who visited New Zealand in 1839. The book provides a detailed account of Bidwill's travels throughout the country, including his observations on the flora, fauna, and geography of the land. He describes his encounters with the Maori people and their customs, as well as his experiences with the European settlers who were beginning to establish themselves in the region.Bidwill's writing is vivid and engaging, providing readers with a glimpse into the natural beauty and cultural richness of New Zealand in the early 19th century. His descriptions of the landscape are particularly notable, as he captures the rugged beauty of the mountains, the lushness of the forests, and the majesty of the coastline.Overall, Rambles In New Zealand is a fascinating historical document that offers valuable insights into the early exploration of this remarkable country. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in travel writing, natural history, or the history of New Zealand.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104896125
• ISBN13: 9781104896126
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"