Publisher's Synopsis
""Journal of a Ten Months' Residence in New Zealand"" is a book written by Richard Alexander Cruise in 1823. The book is a first-hand account of Cruise's experiences during his ten-month stay in New Zealand. Cruise was a British naval officer who was sent to New Zealand to establish a relationship with the Maori people and to explore the country. The book is divided into three parts. The first part describes Cruise's voyage to New Zealand and his arrival in the Bay of Islands. The second part is a detailed account of his experiences with the Maori people. Cruise describes their customs, traditions, and way of life. He also discusses the conflicts that arose between the Maori and the European settlers. The third part of the book is a description of the natural history of New Zealand. Cruise's journal is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the early interactions between Europeans and the Maori people. The book is also an important source of information about the natural history of New Zealand. Overall, ""Journal of a Ten Months' Residence in New Zealand"" is a fascinating account of a British naval officer's experiences in a new and unfamiliar land.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.
