Old Manawatu - Thomas Lindsay Buick - Bog

Old Manawatu: Or The Wild Days Of The West is a historical book written by Thomas Lindsay Buick and published in 1903. The book provides a detailed account of the early settlement of the Manawatu region in New Zealand during the 19th century. The author, who was a prominent historian and journalist, describes the challenges faced by the early settlers, including the hostile environment, conflicts with the indigenous Maori people, and the struggle to establish a viable economy.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the history of the Manawatu region. The first chapter provides an overview of the geography and climate of the area, while the second chapter focuses on the Maori people who lived in the region before the arrival of the Europeans. The subsequent chapters describe the arrival of the European settlers, the establishment of towns and cities, and the growth of the agricultural and pastoral industries.Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of the people, places, and events that shaped the history of the Manawatu region. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs that help to bring the story to life. Old Manawatu: Or The Wild Days Of The West is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the early settlement of New Zealand and the challenges faced by its pioneers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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.