02581cam a22003133u 4500 39361 UtSlPG 20260610133912.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DU Maning, Frederick Edward, 1812-1883 Old New Zealand: A Tale of the Good Old Times : And a History of the War in the North against the Chief Heke, in the Year 1845 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-04-03 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Old New Zealand: A Tale of the Good Old Times" by Frederick Edward Maning is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative is delivered through the perspective of a Pakeha Maori, a European settler who recounts his experiences and observations in New Zealand during the early days of colonization. The book serves as both a memoir and a reflective exploration of Maori culture and the changes brought about by European contact, particularly during the time surrounding the war against Chief Heke in 1845. At the start of the book, the narrator introduces us to the lush landscapes of New Zealand and shares his first encounters with the indigenous Maori people. He portrays his initial unease and curiosity upon witnessing the natives' welcoming cries and gestures, which he interprets with anxious humor as he wonders about his fate in this new land. The narrative delights in juxtaposing the simplicity and rawness of Maori life with the complex expectations brought by European civilization. Through vivid anecdotes, he details the value placed on Pakehas within Maori society, their trading customs, and his own struggles to integrate while acknowledging the rapid changes occurring around him. This opening lays the groundwork for a rich exploration of cultural intersection and personal identity within the historical context of 19th-century New Zealand. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified New Zealand -- Description and travel Māori (New Zealand people) -- Social life and customs https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39361 80200 80200