"War to the Knife;" or, Tangata Maori
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Release date is 2016-10-24
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"War to the Knife; or, Tangata Maori" by Rolf Boldrewood is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative explores the life of Sir Roland Massinger, a young and cultured English squire who, facing personal tumult and the weight of his family legacy, chooses to leave behind his ancestral estate in Herefordshire for the allure and adventure of New Zealand. The book delves into themes of love, duty, and the quest for identity against the backdrop of colonial struggles. The opening of the story introduces us to Massinger Court, an impressive Tudor mansion in Herefordshire, detailing the breathtaking estate and its historical significance. As we meet Sir Roland, we learn about his past, particularly his relationship with the brilliant Hypatia Tollemache, who has firmly established her own path devoted to societal reform, which ultimately leads to his heartache. Caught between his responsibilities to his family legacy and his feelings for Hypatia, Sir Roland's dilemma drives him to make the drastic decision to emigrate to New Zealand, setting the stage for a transformative personal journey amidst the larger colonial narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
New Zealand -- Fiction Māori (New Zealand people) -- Fiction