Mark Derby

Te Tiriti o Waitangi/The Treaty of Waitangi by Mark Derby and Ross Calman is an illuminating and comprehensive exploration of one of New Zealand's most significant historical documents. This meticulously researched book delves into the creation, signing, and lasting impact of the Treaty of Waitangi, signed in 1840 between representatives of the British Crown and various Māori chiefs. The narrative...

During the New Zealand Wars in the Bay of Plenty, the religious and military leader Hakaraia Mahika was a hugely influential figure. He played a central role in the 1864 battle of Gate Pa and became a close and respected associate of Wiremu Tamihana and Te Kooti. His authority was once thought to equal, and perhaps even exceed, that of...