02437cam a22003133u 4500 45688 UtSlPG 20260610134040.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DU Cowan, James, 1870-1943 The adventures of Kimble Bent: A story of wild life in the New Zealand bush Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-05-18 Produced by Christian Boissonnas, sp1nd and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Adventures of Kimble Bent: A Story of Wild Life in the New Zealand Bush" by James Cowan is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book narrates the real-life adventures of Kimble Bent, a British soldier who deserted to join the Maori during the tumultuous period of the Maori Wars in New Zealand. Through Bent's experiences, the narrative explores themes of cultural integration, survival, and the harsh realities of life in the wilds of New Zealand during a time marked by conflict. The opening of the tale introduces us to Kimble Bent as he escapes from British military life, making his way through the dense New Zealand bush toward the Maori rebels. We learn about his background, including his troubled life as a soldier and his mixed heritage, which steers him toward his decision to desert. The narrative quickly establishes the tension between the British forces and the Maori, highlighting Bent's desire for freedom and his urge to embrace a new identity among the indigenous people. His initial encounters with Maori scouts and his dramatic transition to life within the tribe set the stage for his further adventures, showcasing the complexities of loyalty, belonging, and the savage beauty of the New Zealand wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified New Zealand -- Description and travel Bent, Kimble, 1837-1916 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45688 86527 86527