Christianity Among The New Zealanders (1867)

""Christianity Among The New Zealanders"" is a historical book written by William Williams in 1867. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the introduction of Christianity to the indigenous people of New Zealand. Williams, who was a missionary in New Zealand, shares his personal experiences and observations of the cultural and religious changes that took place in the country during the early nineteenth century.The book begins with a brief history of the Maori people and their traditional beliefs before the arrival of European missionaries. Williams then goes on to describe the early efforts of the missionaries to spread Christianity among the Maori people. He discusses the challenges they faced, including language barriers, cultural differences, and resistance from some Maori leaders.Williams also explores the impact of Christianity on Maori society, including changes in social norms, the establishment of new schools and churches, and the growth of a Christian community. He also discusses the role of the missionaries in the colonization of New Zealand and the conflicts that arose between Maori and European settlers.Overall, ""Christianity Among The New Zealanders"" is a valuable historical resource that provides insight into the complex cultural and religious dynamics that shaped New Zealand's early history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, colonialism, and indigenous peoples.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.