Publisher's Synopsis
Incidents of the Maori War: New Zealand, in 1860-1861 is a historical book written by James Edward Alexander and published in 1863. The book provides a detailed account of the Maori War that took place in New Zealand between 1860 and 1861. Alexander, who was a British army officer, was sent to New Zealand to help with the conflict and his experiences are captured in this book. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of the war. It begins with an introduction to the Maori people and their customs, followed by a description of the causes and events that led to the war. Alexander then goes on to describe the various battles and skirmishes that took place during the conflict, providing detailed accounts of the strategies and tactics used by both sides.Throughout the book, Alexander also provides insights into the culture and way of life of the Maori people, as well as their interactions with the British colonizers. He also discusses the political and social implications of the war, including the impact it had on the Maori people and their land.Overall, Incidents of the Maori War: New Zealand, in 1860-1861 is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in the Maori War and the history of New Zealand. It provides a detailed and nuanced account of the conflict from the perspective of a British army officer, while also offering insights into the Maori people and their culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
