Contributions To The Early History Of New Zealand

Contributions to the Early History of New Zealand: Settlement of Otago is a historical book written by Thomas Morland Hocken and published in 1898. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early history of New Zealand, with a focus on the settlement of Otago. Hocken covers the period from the arrival of the first European explorers in the region to the establishment of the Otago settlement in the mid-19th century.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the history of Otago. These include the early explorers and their interactions with the indigenous Maori people, the establishment of the first European settlements in the region, and the growth and development of the Otago settlement.Hocken draws on a wide range of sources to provide a detailed and engaging account of the history of Otago. These sources include official documents, personal diaries and letters, and accounts by early settlers and explorers. The book also includes numerous illustrations and maps, which help to bring the history of Otago to life.Overall, Contributions to the Early History of New Zealand: Settlement of Otago is an important historical work that provides a valuable insight into the early history of New Zealand. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of New Zealand, as well as to those interested in the history of colonialism and exploration.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.