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Old New Zealand: Being Incidents of Native Customs and Character in the Old Times

Frederick Edward Maning

Old New Zealand: Being Incidents of Native Customs and Character in the Old Times

Old New Zealand: Being Incidents of Native Customs and Character in the Old Times

Frederick Edward Maning

Old New Zealand: Being Incidents of Native Customs and Character in the Old Times, written by Frederick Edward Maning in 1863, offers a unique perspective on early New Zealand life and Māori culture. Maning, who lived in New Zealand for nearly five decades, combines personal anecdotes with observations of native customs, making this work one of the few pre-20th century texts that remains significant. The book is notable for its detailed portrayal of Māori society and has been widely read and reprinted, solidifying its place in New Zealand's literary history.

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