An Account of the Settlements of the New Zealand Company, from Personal Observation During a Residence There
London: Smith, Elder, 1841. 2nd Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Original Cloth. pp.94, [4]. Contains, 2 fine engraved plates, and advertising material & folding map. Original stiffened blue cloth covers. Chiefly an advocate for the role of the New Zealand Company, written by the son of a company director. He comments that Wellington's progress was hampered by Hobson. Descriptions of clearing bush and building cottages in the fertile environment of the Hutt Valley and criticism of the lack of court facilities. Complete with the large folding map "The Colony of New Zealand from official documents" showing New Zealand settlements, largely in the north island. "New Ulster" & "New Munster" Scarce. NZNB 4545. Very Good. Item #019720
Price: $470.00 NZD