Niue 17741974: 200 Years of Conflict and Change

Name: Niue 17741974: 200 Years of Conflict and Change
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Book Synopsis: Tiny Niue lies alone in the south Pacific, a single island with formidable cliffs rising from the deep ocean. Far from the main shipping routes and with a daunting reputation, “Savage Island” did not naturally invite visitors. Yet Niue has a surprisingly rich history of contact, from the brief landings by James Cook in 1774 through to the 19th-century visits by whalers, traders, and missionaries, and into the 20th century when New Zealand extended its territory to include the Cook Islands and Niue. To date, this story has not been told. Using a wide range of archival material from Niue, New Zealand, Australia, and Britain, Margaret Pointer places Niue center stage in an entertaining and thoroughly readable account of this island nation through to 1974, when Niue became self-governing. As important as the written story is the visual record, and many remarkable images are published here for the first time. Together, text and images unravel a fascinating and colorful Pacific story of Nukututaha, the island that stands alone.

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Discover the hidden gem of the Pacific with our captivating book, "Niue 17741974: 200 Years of Conflict and Change". Take a journey to the fascinating island of Niue, known as the "Savage Island", where towering cliffs meet the deep ocean. Despite its intimidating reputation, Niue boasts a rich history of contact that has yet to be fully explored. Now, you can immerse yourself in this captivating tale, delving into the landings of James Cook in 1774 and the subsequent visits by whalers, traders, and missionaries throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.

Authored by Margaret Pointer, this meticulously researched book brings Niue to life, utilizing a wealth of archival material from Niue, New Zealand, Australia, and Britain. Through vivid storytelling, Pointer places Niue at the forefront, providing alluring insights into this unique island nation. Not only will you uncover the written story, but you will also feast your eyes on a stunning visual record with numerous rare images, exclusively published for the first time in this book. Together, the captivating text and images intertwine, painting a spellbinding tapestry of Nukututaha - the island that stands alone.

Now is your chance to embark on a literary adventure and unearth the captivating history of Niue. Don't miss out on this compelling tale of triumph and transformation. Get your hands on "Niue 17741974: 200 Years of Conflict and Change" today!

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