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Book Synopsis: An extraordinary new book reveals sympathy for Māori from an unusual supporter – an Italian priest. The book, History of New Zealand and its Inhabitants, has waited over a century to be translated into English but sits comfortably alongside the contemporary Māori renaissance and claims to the Waitangi Tribunal. The book was originally published in Italy in 1896. Its author, Dom Felice Vaggioli, was one of the first Benedictine priests to be sent to New Zealand. He worked in Gisborne, Auckland and the Coromandel from 1879 to 1887. While in New Zealand, he gathered information, including first-hand accounts of Treaty of Waitangi signings, and of the Taranaki and Waikato wars. Vaggioli’s writing style is dramatic and racy, and Crockett has retained this in his translation. The book is a terrific read of nineteenth-century New Zealand history. Anyone interested in Māori-Pākeha relations or the history of colonization will want to read this remarkable source.
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Unlock the secrets of New Zealand's captivating history with the translated masterpiece, History of New Zealand and its Inhabitants. This exceptional book, originally published in 1896, sheds light on the tumultuous journey of Maori-Pakeha relations and the enduring legacy of colonization. Author Dom Felice Vaggioli's dramatic and racy writing style has been meticulously preserved by translator John Crockett, making this a truly immersive experience into the nineteenth century New Zealand.
Join the ranks of those who seek to understand the deep-rooted connection between Maori and Pakeha cultures. Delve into the wealth of information gathered by Vaggioli during his time in New Zealand, including gripping first-hand accounts of the Treaty of Waitangi signings, as well as the Taranaki and Waikato wars. With each page, you'll be transported back in time, witnessing the struggles and triumphs of a nation on the brink of transformation.
As the contemporary Maori renaissance continues to flourish and the claims to the Waitangi Tribunal persist, this long-awaited translation provides invaluable insights and perspectives previously hidden away. Get ready to immerse yourself in an awe-inspiring narrative that captures the essence of a nation's history.
Don't miss the opportunity to read this remarkable source. History enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and anyone seeking enlightenment on Maori-Pakeha relations will find this extraordinary book a captivating addition to their library. Experience the richness of New Zealand's past, order History of New Zealand and its Inhabitants now!
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