TY  - BOOK
AU  - Stredder,Eleanor
TI  - Doing and daring
AV  - PZ 
PY  - 2013///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Adventure stories
KW  - Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Frontier and pioneer life -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Courage -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - Māori (New Zealand people) -- Juvenile fiction
KW  - New Zealand -- Juvenile fiction
N1  - Release date is 2013-09-02; Produced by Al Haines; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "Doing and Daring: A New Zealand Story" by Eleanor Stredder is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on a family, particularly focusing on young Edwin Lee and his experiences in New Zealand, showcasing the challenges and adventures of colonial life, including encounters with the local Maori people. Themes of bravery, cultural interaction, and the beauty of the New Zealand landscape surface throughout the narrative.  The opening of the novel introduces readers to a picturesque autumn day in New Zealand as the Lee family travels by mail coach through the bush, which is depicted as both enchanting and perilous. The coach encounters difficulties on a muddy road, resulting in a near accident. Mr. Lee, his children, and fellow passengers endure a tumultuous ride, showcasing their personalities and establishing a sense of camaraderie amidst the struggles. When the coach overturns, Edwin takes the initiative to seek help, highlighting his resourcefulness and bravery. The first chapter sets the stage for the family's journey, immersing readers in the vivid setting and the trials they face in their new life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43620
ER  -