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The Matter of Parihaka
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Explore the gripping world of The Matter of Parihaka, a captivating historical novel by acclaimed author Edmund Bohan. Set against the backdrop of colonial New Zealand, this engaging read uncovers the political intrigue and personal dramas following the invasion of Parihaka in November 1881. Inspector Patrick O’Rorke is dispatched to investigate claims of police brutality made by the influential Maori politician Hoani Te Pae. As O’Rorke navigates the complexities of this tense political landscape, he faces hostility from local authorities and discovers a terrifying connection to a murder within Wellington’s elite. This masterpiece intricately weaves fact and fiction, immersing readers in a richly detailed narrative that takes them from the opulence of Thorndon mansions to the squalor of Ghuznee Street. With 192 pages of enthralling storytelling, The Matter of Parihaka not only highlights Bohan’s skill as a novelist but also captures the raw essence of New Zealand’s historical tapestry. Fans of mystery, history, and political drama will find this book irresistible. Dive into a world where every page reveals secrets and every character plays a crucial role in the unfolding drama. Ideal for history buffs and literary enthusiasts, The Matter of Parihaka is a fine addition to your bookshelf.
Author: Edmund Bohan Publisher: Lucano
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 152 x 234 mm
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 15-07-2017
In the aftermath of the invasion of Parihaka in November 1881, Inspector Patrick O’Rorke is appointed by the government to investigate allegations of police brutality laid by the influential Maori politician Hoani Te Pae. Before he leaves Christchurch for Wellington to begin, O’Rorke is called to the house of the well-to-do Albert Howard, following the seemingly routine theft of a valuable item from his collection. Undeterred by the hostility and obstruction of the Wellington police to his Parihaka investigation, and the fact that he finds himself increasingly becoming a pawn in a battle between two warring political factions, O’Rorke is determined to get to the bottom of the incident. And when Albert Howard is murdered, he uncovers a chilling link between the two enquiries. Edmund Bohan’s Inspector O’Rorke novel is set, like the others, in a vividly re-created colonial New Zealand. A skillfully woven blend of fact and fiction, it takes its protagonist from an elegant Thorndon mansion to the fetid slums of Ghuznee Street, from a downtown bordello to the houses of Parliament in a compellingly told tale of political and personal intrigue. AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY Edmund Bohan An accomplished biographer and novelist, Edmund Bohan was a finalist in the Montana New Zealand Book Awards in 1995 and again in 1999. His O’Rorke series of historical novels includes The Opawa Affair, The Dancing Man, The Matter of Parihaka, The Irish Yankee, A Present for the Czar and The Lost Taonga. A seventh, A Suitable Time for Vengeance is forthcoming in October this year. An honours graduate from the University of Canterbury, Bohan has 18 published titles and has also written and published historical non-fiction, given radio talks, written short stories and numerous articles. For 25 years he was one New Zealand’s most successful singers in Britain.
Author: Edmund Bohan Publisher: Lucano
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 152 x 234 mm
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 15-07-2017
In the aftermath of the invasion of Parihaka in November 1881, Inspector Patrick O’Rorke is appointed by the government to investigate allegations of police brutality laid by the influential Maori politician Hoani Te Pae. Before he leaves Christchurch for Wellington to begin, O’Rorke is called to the house of the well-to-do Albert Howard, following the seemingly routine theft of a valuable item from his collection. Undeterred by the hostility and obstruction of the Wellington police to his Parihaka investigation, and the fact that he finds himself increasingly becoming a pawn in a battle between two warring political factions, O’Rorke is determined to get to the bottom of the incident. And when Albert Howard is murdered, he uncovers a chilling link between the two enquiries. Edmund Bohan’s Inspector O’Rorke novel is set, like the others, in a vividly re-created colonial New Zealand. A skillfully woven blend of fact and fiction, it takes its protagonist from an elegant Thorndon mansion to the fetid slums of Ghuznee Street, from a downtown bordello to the houses of Parliament in a compellingly told tale of political and personal intrigue. AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY Edmund Bohan An accomplished biographer and novelist, Edmund Bohan was a finalist in the Montana New Zealand Book Awards in 1995 and again in 1999. His O’Rorke series of historical novels includes The Opawa Affair, The Dancing Man, The Matter of Parihaka, The Irish Yankee, A Present for the Czar and The Lost Taonga. A seventh, A Suitable Time for Vengeance is forthcoming in October this year. An honours graduate from the University of Canterbury, Bohan has 18 published titles and has also written and published historical non-fiction, given radio talks, written short stories and numerous articles. For 25 years he was one New Zealand’s most successful singers in Britain.
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