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Though one of the parts of the earth best fitted for man, New Zealand was probably about the last of such lands occupied by the human race. The first European to find it was a Dutch sea-captain who was looking for something else, and who thought it a part of South America, from which it is sundered by five thousand miles of ocean. It takes its name from a province of Holland to which it does not bear the remotest likeness, and is usually regarded as the antipodes of England, but is not. It was taken possession of by an English navigator whose action, at first adopted, was afterwards reversed by his country's rulers; and it was only annexed at length by the English Government which did not want it, to keep it from the French who did.
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Though one of the parts of the earth best fitted for man, New Zealand was probably about the last of such lands occupied by the human race. The first European to find it was a Dutch sea-captain who was looking for something else, and who thought it a part of South America, from which it is sundered by five thousand miles of ocean. It takes its name from a province of Holland to which it does not bear the remotest likeness, and is usually regarded as the antipodes of England, but is not. It was taken possession of by an English navigator whose action, at first adopted, was afterwards reversed by his country's rulers; and it was only annexed at length by the English Government which did not want it, to keep it from the French who did.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. The Story of New Zealand details the intriguing cultural heritage and turbulent history of one of the world's most beautiful archipelagos. From its discovery by Dutch explorers to its eventual annexation by the British Crown, the author traces the evolution of New Zealand from a land of warlike Maori tribes to a thriving modern nation. Special attention is paid to the transformative effects of European colonization, the tragic Maori Wars, and the often-overlooked role of missionaries in shaping New Zealand's destiny. Through a vivid examination of the country's geography, society, and politics, this book offers profound insights into the complex tapestry of New Zealand's past and present. Its engaging prose and comprehensive scope make it an essential read for anyone seeking to understand this remarkable nation and its unique place in the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781440071843_0
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