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The life of one of New Zealand' s greatest scholars, J. C. Beaglehole, is presented through firsthand writings, including previously unpublished letters, in this comprehensive volume. A prolific writer and critic-- recognized in particular for his editing of James Cook' s journals-- Beaglehole devoted his life to academic freedoms, civil liberties, and improving the intellectual and cultural life of New Zealand. This biography, written by Beaglehole' s son, weaves together all aspects of the scholar' s life into an immensely compelling narrative.

Produktbeschreibung
The life of one of New Zealand' s greatest scholars, J. C. Beaglehole, is presented through firsthand writings, including previously unpublished letters, in this comprehensive volume. A prolific writer and critic-- recognized in particular for his editing of James Cook' s journals-- Beaglehole devoted his life to academic freedoms, civil liberties, and improving the intellectual and cultural life of New Zealand. This biography, written by Beaglehole' s son, weaves together all aspects of the scholar' s life into an immensely compelling narrative.
Autorenporträt
Tim Beaglehole is a professor emeritus at Victoria University of Wellington and the chancellor of the university.