The old frontier: Te Awamutu, the story of the Waipa Valley / The missionary, the soldier, the pioneer farmer, early colonization, the war in Waikato, life on the Maori border and later-day settlement

Name: The old frontier: Te Awamutu, the story of the Waipa Valley / The missionary, the soldier, the pioneer farmer, early colonization, the war in Waikato, life on the Maori border and later-day settlement
Author: James Cowan

By James Cowan

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A local history of the Waipa Valley that combines topographical and legendary descriptions of the district's landscape and Māori settlements with accounts of missionary activity, early colonial farming, and military events. It traces missionary work (drawing on the Rev. John Morgan's journal), adoption of English agricultural methods and the rise of wheat-growing and milling, and military narratives including material from Major Von Tempsky and the Waikato campaign. Interwoven are portraits of pioneer farmers, daily life on the Māori border, and the transition to later settlement, with appendices explaining local Māori place names and other practical details.

About the Author

James Cowan

James Cowan was a New Zealand author and historian known for his works that explore the culture and history of the Māori people and the early European settlers in New Zealand. His notable works include "Daybreak: A Romance of an Old World," which reflects on themes of love and nostalgia, and "Maori Folk-Tales of the Port Hills, Canterbury, New Zealand," which collects traditional stories that highlight Māori heritage. Cowan's writing often blends narrative storytelling with historical accounts, providing insight into the complexities of life in New Zealand during the 19th century. His contributions have helped preserve the rich cultural narratives of the region.