087445
Harmondsworth etc.
1985
13×20
meki
351
engleski
Cijena: 10,00 EUR
The book by Keith Sinclair is widely considered a foundational classic in New Zealand historiography. First published in 1959, it was one of the first major works to provide a comprehensive, authoritative narrative of the country's past from a local perspective rather than a strictly colonial one. For decades, Sinclair's work was the standard general history of New Zealand. It moved away from viewing the country merely as a British outpost, instead exploring the emergence of a unique New Zealand national identity and character. The book covers the period from Polynesian settlement through the 20th century. It is noted for its vivid biographical portraits of political figures like Sir George Gray and Richard Seddon, as well as its focus on race relations, economic development, and social history. Sinclair, who was also a poet, was a pioneer in acknowledging the Maori point of view in historical conflict. The book has been updated multiple times to include contemporary events. Keith Sinclair (1922–1993) was a Professor of History at the University of Auckland and was knighted in 1988 for his services to history. His work paved the way for later historians like Michael King and James Belich.
