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Narrative of a Voyage to New Zealand: Performed in the Years 1814 and 1815, in Company with the Rev. Samuel Marsden (Cambridge L,New
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John Liddiard Nicholas (17841868), a London ironfounder, arrived in New South Wales in 1813 but rather than develop his business, he accompanied Samuel Marsden on a journey to New Zealand from November 1814 to March 1815 that established the first Christian mission to the Maoris. This twovolume book, first published in 1817 after Nicholas had returned to England, was widely successful, and was translated into Dutch and German in 1819. Based on Nicholas' journal, kept throughout his voyage, it tells the story of the missionaries' efforts but focuses particularly on Nicholas' observations of the Maoris and reflects his desire to share knowledge of a 'people so little known to Europeans, and at the same time so interesting'. Nicholas pays careful attention to the customs, personalities, and relationships unique to different communities, and in Volume 1 outlines and highlights the relationships he himself developed with the Maoris.
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- Q: What is the main subject of 'Narrative of a Voyage to New Zealand'? A: The book recounts John Liddiard Nicholas's journey to New Zealand with Samuel Marsden, focusing on the establishment of the first Christian mission to the Maoris and Nicholas's observations of their customs and communities.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is John Liddiard Nicholas, who traveled to New Zealand in 1814-1815.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Narrative of a Voyage to New Zealand' published? A: The book was published on February 25, 2010.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 464 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is classified as 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, it is a two-volume set, first published in 1817, which documents Nicholas's experiences and insights.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the early Christian missions in New Zealand, detailed observations of the Maori culture, and the relationships formed during the voyage.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, it provides valuable historical insights and can be beneficial for studies related to religion, culture, and early New Zealand history.
- Q: Are there any translations of this book? A: Yes, the book was translated into Dutch and German in 1819 after its initial publication.