The Colony Of New Zealand: Its History, Vicissitudes And Progress (1891)

By William Gisborne

Book Overview

""The Colony of New Zealand: Its History, Vicissitudes and Progress"" is a comprehensive historical account of New Zealand written by William Gisborne in 1891. The book covers the early history of the country, including the arrival of the Maori people, the colonization by the British, and the struggles between the two cultures. Gisborne also provides detailed descriptions of the political, economic, and social developments of New Zealand throughout the 19th century, including the gold rush, the establishment of the provincial government, and the formation of the Dominion of New Zealand. The book is written in a clear and concise style and is filled with fascinating anecdotes and insights into the people and events that shaped the country. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New Zealand, and a must-read for scholars and students of colonial history.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: 1120738113
• ISBN13: 9781120738110
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"