Publisher's Synopsis
""Narrative of the Late War in New Zealand"" is a historical account of the conflict between the British Empire and the indigenous Maori people in New Zealand during the mid-19th century. Written by Robert Carey, a soldier who fought in the war, the book provides a first-hand perspective on the events that took place.The book begins with a brief overview of the history of New Zealand and the arrival of the British colonizers. It then goes on to describe the tensions that arose between the Maori people and the British settlers, ultimately leading to the outbreak of war in 1863.Carey describes the battles that took place, including the famous Battle of Rangiriri, and provides detailed accounts of the strategies and tactics used by both sides. He also discusses the political and social factors that contributed to the conflict, including the role of the British government and the impact of missionary work on the Maori people.Throughout the book, Carey provides insights into the experiences of soldiers on both sides of the conflict, as well as the impact of the war on the civilian population. He also reflects on the broader implications of the conflict for the future of New Zealand and its people.Overall, ""Narrative of the Late War in New Zealand"" is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on a significant event in New Zealand's history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and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.
