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Men of mark of New Zealand

Men of mark of New Zealand

Cox, Alfred

Paperback

Biographies GeneralFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 9389169852
ISBN13: 9789389169850
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jun 29 2019
Pages: 254
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.58 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Step into a New Zealand still being made. Names that built a nation. Alfred Cox gathers the lives, careers and reputations of influential figures into a vivid record of ambition, service and enterprise at the edge of empire. Men of mark of New Zealand reads as a historical biographical directory and a lively biographical sketches collection, capturing the public face of nineteenth century New Zealand through its leading personalities. Part collective biography reference, part whos who New Zealand, it traces the paths of notable New Zealand settlers alongside colonial leaders and pioneers, showing how early NZ public figures helped shape government, commerce, landholding and civic life. For readers drawn to colonial New Zealand history, it offers immediate context and texture; for researchers, it remains a dependable starting point for New Zealand genealogy research and an invaluable Australasian colonial biography source, rich in names, roles and connections. Dip in for a single portrait or read across the entries to see patterns of migration, influence and community-building emerge. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today -- a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. A smart companion for any NZ history study guide, and a handsome addition to a classic-history shelf, it keeps an essential reference work within reach for casual browsers and dedicated collectors.

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