Waitaruna - Alexander Bathgate - Bog

Waitaruna: A Story of New Zealand Life is a novel written by Alexander Bathgate and first published in 1881. The story is set in the late 19th century in the small town of Waitaruna, located in the North Island of New Zealand. The main character, Robert Grey, is a young man who moves to Waitaruna to start a new life after experiencing financial difficulties in his hometown.The novel explores the challenges faced by settlers in New Zealand during this period, including the struggle to adapt to a new way of life, the harshness of the environment, and the tensions between the European settlers and the indigenous Maori people. The story also touches on themes of love, family, and community.Throughout the novel, Bathgate vividly describes the New Zealand landscape and way of life, painting a picture of a rugged and beautiful country that is both awe-inspiring and unforgiving. He also provides a glimpse into the cultural and social norms of the time, including the role of women in society and the importance of religion.Overall, Waitaruna: A Story of New Zealand Life is a captivating and insightful novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of New Zealand.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.