The Musket Wars: A History of Inter-Iwi Conflict 1806-45 Crosby, R.D.

First published in 1999, with an introduction by the late Michael King, The Musket Wars established Ron Crosby's reputation as a daring, original chronicler of New Zealand history. This best-selling history provides the first comprehensive account of the wars that ravaged the country in the early 1800s, when iwi with newly acquired muskets unleashed terrible utu (revenge) on foes, helped by other introductions like potatoes that fuelled long-range taua (war parties). Ron Crosby weaves the strands of this conflict into an immensely readable narrative, guiding the reader through its complexities with lists of protagonists, a chronology, indexes and above all, superb maps and illustrations.

Reed, Auckland, 1999. Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Some very minor rubbing to board edges, Light shelf wear and an inscription to the verso of the half title. 392pp 8vo.

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