In the grip of the Hawk: A story of the Maori wars by Reginald Horsley
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"In the Grip of the Hawk: A Story of the Maori Wars" by Reginald Horsley is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative is set amid the backdrop of the tumultuous Maori Wars, focusing on the complexities of the conflicts between Maori tribes and the colonial settlers, particularly highlighting the character of George Haughton, a young Englishman seeking his own path while entangled in these historical events. The
opening of the story introduces George Haughton, who has just left home following a confrontation with his father regarding his future. Upon deciding to enlist with a regiment going to New Zealand, he embarks on an adventurous journey, where he is guided by his loyal friend, Terence Moore. The narrative quickly immerses the reader in George's personal turmoil and friendships, paralleling it with the brewing conflict that looms due to the unrest among the Maori tribes, fueled by a new, radical movement led by Te Kooti. George's initial desire to pursue independence leads him to a deeper involvement in the clash between two cultures, setting the stage for the unfolding historical drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Horsley, Reginald, 1863-1926 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Holloway, W. Herbert (William Herbert), 1878-1923 |
| Title | In the grip of the Hawk: A story of the Maori wars |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: T.C. & E.C. Jack Ltd.,1920. |
| Credits | Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | New Zealand -- Fiction |
| Subject | Māori (New Zealand people) -- Fiction |
| Subject | New Zealand -- History -- New Zealand Wars, 1860-1872 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 68389 |
| Release Date | Jun 24, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 314 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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