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The New Zealand Wars

By Philippa Werry
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The New Zealand Wars are a part of New Zealand's history that many people wish they knew more about. This book describes how the wars came about, where and when they were fought, and who was involved. It looks at how they are being remembered today,... Read More
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The New Zealand Wars describes how they came about, where/when they were fought and who was involved

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The New Zealand Wars are a part of New Zealand's history that many people wish they knew more about. This book describes how the wars came about, where and when they were fought, and who was involved.

It looks at how they are being remembered today, including new ways of working towards understanding and reconciliation, and the Rā Maumahara National Day of Commemoration. In The New Zealand Wars, you will discover:

  • how the wars affected women and children
  • what happened at Parihaka
  • the history of land confiscation and protests
  • how the wars have featured in New Zealand art, music and literature
  • historic places to visit all over the country

Richly illustrated and well researched, the story is full of fascinating detail, eye-witness accounts and little-known facts, with lists of websites, resources and books for those who want to discover more.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781990003936

Publisher: Upstart Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 February 2023

Country: New Zealand

Imprint: White Cloud Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 80

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About the Author

Philippa Werry lives in Wellington and writes fiction, non-fiction, poetry and plays. Her work has been widely published and several of her books have been shortlisted for awards and prizes. She has a special interest in history which has led to books like Anzac Day, Waitangi Day, Armistice Day, The New Zealand Wars and Antarctic Journeys.  

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