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A First Year in Canterbury Settlement
'A First Year in Canterbury Settlement' Summary
"A First Year in Canterbury Settlement" by Samuel Butler recounts the author's experiences during his first year in the Canterbury region of New Zealand. The narrative centers on the early days of European settlement in this part of the world during the mid-19th century.
The main character is essentially the author himself, Samuel Butler, as he navigates the challenges and adventures of establishing a new life in a foreign and rugged land. The central conflict is the struggle for survival and prosperity in a harsh and unfamiliar environment. The settlers face various obstacles including the demands of nature, interactions with the indigenous Maori population, and the complex dynamics of a growing community.
The book is written in a straightforward and descriptive style, providing readers with a clear understanding of the conditions and circumstances that characterized life in Canterbury during that time. It sheds light on the determination, resourcefulness, and resilience of the early pioneers. The narrative captures the essence of the era and offers valuable historical insights into the early days of European settlement in New Zealand.
Overall, "A First Year in Canterbury Settlement" offers a glimpse into a bygone time and the challenges faced by those who sought to make a new home in a distant and untamed land.
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Samuel Butler
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Samuel Butler was an English novelist and critic. He is best known for the satirical utopian novel Erewhon (1872) and the semi-autobiographical The Way of All Flesh, published posthumously in 1903. Bo...
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