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Dancing with the King: The Rise and Fall of the King Country, 1864-1885

By Michael Belgrave
Hardcover
$65.00
By Michael Belgrave
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A gripping account of Māori resistance and negotiation in 19th-century New Zealand. After the battle of Orakau in 1864, King Tāwhiao and his followers retreated to the Rohe Pōtae, establishing an independent Māori territory. Dancing with the King tells the story of this unique kingdom and the complex negotiations between Māori and the Crown.

Michael Belgrave explores the rise and fall of the King Country, detailing the key figures, events, and cultural clashes that shaped this tumultuous per...

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HistoryAustralian & Oceanian HistoryOceania - General & Miscellaneous HistoryGeneral & Miscellanous Oceanian History