Old Manawatu Or The Wild Days Of The West (1903)

Old Manawatu: Or The Wild Days Of The West is a historical book written by Thomas Lindsay Buick and originally published in 1903. The book takes the reader on a journey through the early days of the Manawatu region of New Zealand, which was once a wild and untamed frontier.The book covers a range of topics, including the early Maori settlements in the area, the arrival of European settlers, and the struggles and challenges faced by those who sought to make a life in this rugged and unforgiving landscape.Buick's writing is vivid and engaging, bringing to life the characters and events of this fascinating period in New Zealand's history. He draws upon a wide range of sources, including personal accounts, official records, and newspaper articles, to create a rich and detailed picture of life in Old Manawatu.Overall, Old Manawatu: Or The Wild Days Of The West is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of New Zealand, and for those who enjoy tales of adventure and exploration in the wild frontier.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.