This second volume continues James Cowan’s comprehensive history of the New Zealand Wars, focusing on the Hauhau movement and the conflicts that occurred between 1864 and 1872. It examines the rise of Pai Mārire religious militancy, major battles, key leaders, and the tensions between Maori communities and colonial forces. Through detailed narratives and firsthand accounts, the book document…
This volume presents a detailed historical account of the New Zealand Wars, focusing on the Maori military campaigns and the pioneering period between 1845 and 1864. James Cowan documents major conflicts, key figures, and the broader colonial context that shaped the struggles between Maori communities and European settlers. Combining narrative history with cultural insight, the book offers an e…
This comprehensive volume traces two centuries of New Zealand painting, documenting the evolution of artistic styles, themes, and cultural influences from the early colonial period to the modern era. Gil Docking examines the works of significant artists, the development of national artistic identity, and the changing social context that shaped New Zealand’s visual arts. Richly illustrated and…
This book provides a valuable contribution to the current debate about Asian immigration by discussing it in the context not of Asian actions but of longstanding New Zealand attitudes and policies.