Auke de Haan: The History of New Zealand, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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New Zealand was one of the last substantial landmasses on earth to be settled by humans. The Maori arrived from Polynesia around the thirteenth century, establishing a rich culture across the islands, before European exploration and eventual British colonization transformed the country from the nineteenth century onward. This book traces New Zealand's history from Maori settlement to the present day, covering both indigenous and colonial perspectives.

Key topics include the wars of the nineteenth century between Maori and British settlers, the Treaty of Waitangi and its contested legacy, New Zealand's role in both World Wars, the women's suffrage movement that made New Zealand the first country to grant women the right to vote, and the country's modern evolution as a bicultural society. It is written for general English-speaking readers with an interest in Pacific and Commonwealth history.

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Reader review:"An informative and balanced history that covers both the Maori and European perspectives. I learned a great deal from this book." -- T. Ngata

This title suits Pacific history, Commonwealth history, and travel reference sections. It is appropriate for public libraries, trade bookstores, and wholesale buyers with customers interested in Australasian history.

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