The Story Of A New Zealand River (1920)
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""The Story of a New Zealand River"" is a novel written by Jane Mander and first published in 1920. The story is set in the early 1900s and follows the life of a young girl named Alice Roland, who grows up in the remote and rugged region of New Zealand's North Island. Alice's father is a sheep farmer who struggles to make ends meet, and her mother is a strong-willed woman who resents the isolation of their home. Despite the challenges of her upbringing, Alice is a curious and adventurous child who is fascinated by the natural beauty of her surroundings. She spends much of her time exploring th...
""The Story of a New Zealand River"" is a novel written by Jane Mander and first published in 1920. The story is set in the early 1900s and follows the life of a young girl named Alice Roland, who grows up in the remote and rugged region of New Zealand's North Island. Alice's father is a sheep farmer who struggles to make ends meet, and her mother is a strong-willed woman who resents the isolation of their home. Despite the challenges of her upbringing, Alice is a curious and adventurous child who is fascinated by the natural beauty of her surroundings. She spends much of her time exploring the nearby river and forest, developing a deep connection to the land and its wildlife. As she grows older, Alice becomes increasingly aware of the social and economic inequalities that exist in her community. She witnesses the exploitation of Maori workers and the growing divide between the wealthy landowners and the struggling farmers. Throughout the novel, Alice navigates the complexities of her relationships with her family and the people around her. She falls in love with a young man named Robert, but their relationship is complicated by their differing views on social justice and their own personal ambitions. ""The Story of a New Zealand River"" is a poignant and insightful portrayal of life in rural New Zealand at the turn of the 20th century. It explores themes of identity, class, and the impact of colonialism on indigenous communities. Jane Mander's vivid descriptions of the landscape and her nuanced characterizations make this novel a timeless classic of New Zealand literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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