Publisher's Synopsis
Waihoura: Or The New Zealand Girl is a novel written by William Henry Giles Kingston and first published in 1873. The story is set in New Zealand during the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young Maori girl named Waihoura. The book tells the story of Waihoura's journey from her small village to the bustling city of Auckland, where she encounters various challenges and adventures.Waihoura is a strong and independent character who is determined to succeed despite the obstacles in her way. She is a skilled hunter and fisher, and her natural intelligence and resourcefulness help her navigate the complex social structures of both her own Maori culture and the European settlers who have arrived in New Zealand.Throughout the book, Waihoura faces many challenges, including conflicts with rival tribes, cultural misunderstandings with the Europeans, and personal struggles with love and loss. However, she remains resilient and determined to overcome these challenges, and ultimately emerges as a powerful and influential figure in the world of New Zealand politics and society.Overall, Waihoura: Or The New Zealand Girl is a compelling and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of New Zealand. It is a story of strength, resilience, and determination, and will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction, adventure stories, and tales of strong female characters.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.
