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Ngai Tahu Deeds
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Discover the profound insights of New Zealand's history with 'Ngai Tahu Deeds' by Harry C. Evison. This comprehensive book re-evaluates colonial history through the lens of primary sources, specifically focusing on the ten Ngai Tahu deeds that detail the Crown's acquisition of Maori land between 1844 and 1864. With 320 pages of well-researched content, this book not only enriches your understanding of the Ngai Tahu tribe but also discusses critical themes like Maori aboriginal title and the impact of the Treaty of Waitangi. Featuring handsomely illustrated color reproductions of the deeds and their plans, this volume invites you to explore these significant documents as they have never been seen before.
The author, a recipient of the New Zealand Book Award for Non-fiction, employs a clear and engaging writing style across sixteen chapters, making complex historical narratives accessible to all readers. Supplementing the deeds are original manuscripts, private letters, and Native Land Court minutes that amplify the Maori voice within the historical context. 'Ngai Tahu Deeds' is more than just a historical account; it's a call to critically examine history through original sources and challenge conventional narratives. Perfect for scholars, history buffs, and anyone interested in New Zealand's rich heritage, this book is a valuable addition to your library. Immerse yourself in this detailed examination of colonial history and the vibrant culture of the Ngai Tahu people today!
Author: Harry C. Evison Publisher: Canterbury University Press
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 15-03-2006
Harry Evison re-examines New Zealand colonial history in the light of a number of original documents, particularly the ten Ngai Tahu deeds by which the Crown acquired Maori title to the southern half of New Zealand from 1844 to 1864.
A unique feature of the book is its handsome colour reproductions of these deeds and their plans, published here for the first time.
During intensive research in the Crown deeds archive, the author compiled transcripts and commentaries on the Ngai Tahu deeds and associated documents, which are included here to encourage readers to examine the images and make their own conclusions.
Sixteen chapters of text provide a fresh account of the period and the key people involved. They are written in the uncluttered style that won the author the 1994 New Zealand Book Award for Non-fiction for Te Wai Pounamu: The Greenstone Island.
Chapters on Maori aboriginal title and the impact of the Treaty of Waitangi and the Wakefield scheme, and the Maori policies of Governor Grey, challenge some popular assumptions about New Zealand history.
Besides the deeds documents, the author draws on original manuscripts such as private and official letters and journals, Native Land Court minutes, and royal commission testimonies. Thus the Maori voice is heard alongside the official voice.
The Ngai Tahu Deeds is intended as a manifesto for the scientific method, demonstrating the use of original primary sources to find out what probably happened in history
First published March 2006.
320 pages
290 x 210 mm
The author, a recipient of the New Zealand Book Award for Non-fiction, employs a clear and engaging writing style across sixteen chapters, making complex historical narratives accessible to all readers. Supplementing the deeds are original manuscripts, private letters, and Native Land Court minutes that amplify the Maori voice within the historical context. 'Ngai Tahu Deeds' is more than just a historical account; it's a call to critically examine history through original sources and challenge conventional narratives. Perfect for scholars, history buffs, and anyone interested in New Zealand's rich heritage, this book is a valuable addition to your library. Immerse yourself in this detailed examination of colonial history and the vibrant culture of the Ngai Tahu people today!
Author: Harry C. Evison Publisher: Canterbury University Press
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 15-03-2006
Harry Evison re-examines New Zealand colonial history in the light of a number of original documents, particularly the ten Ngai Tahu deeds by which the Crown acquired Maori title to the southern half of New Zealand from 1844 to 1864.
A unique feature of the book is its handsome colour reproductions of these deeds and their plans, published here for the first time.
During intensive research in the Crown deeds archive, the author compiled transcripts and commentaries on the Ngai Tahu deeds and associated documents, which are included here to encourage readers to examine the images and make their own conclusions.
Sixteen chapters of text provide a fresh account of the period and the key people involved. They are written in the uncluttered style that won the author the 1994 New Zealand Book Award for Non-fiction for Te Wai Pounamu: The Greenstone Island.
Chapters on Maori aboriginal title and the impact of the Treaty of Waitangi and the Wakefield scheme, and the Maori policies of Governor Grey, challenge some popular assumptions about New Zealand history.
Besides the deeds documents, the author draws on original manuscripts such as private and official letters and journals, Native Land Court minutes, and royal commission testimonies. Thus the Maori voice is heard alongside the official voice.
The Ngai Tahu Deeds is intended as a manifesto for the scientific method, demonstrating the use of original primary sources to find out what probably happened in history
First published March 2006.
320 pages
290 x 210 mm
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