The Maori and the Crown - An Indigenous People's Struggle for Self-Determination (Hardcover)

When early explorers and settlers arrived in New Zealand, they found the islands already populated by the Polynesian Maori people. This account details the interaction between the Maori leaders and the British Crown from first contact to New Zealand's eventual autonomy. As settlers outnumbered Maori, the struggle for land resulted in war and confiscations, and Maori loss of land and traditional lifestyle was accompanied by widespread ill health. It would be well into the twentieth century before the Crown would have to address promises made to the Maori in the 1840 Treaty of Waitangi, and the resulting efforts of the Waitangi Tribunal would forever change Maori relations with the Pakeha (New Zealanders of European descent). During recent decades, both groups have come to understand the complexity of the situation in New Zealand. The Pakeha have learned Maori sentiments regarding forests, flora, and language; and the Maori have come to realize that today's Pakeha should not be penalized by attempts at redress. The Maori have gradually acquired a larger role in dealing with their own affairs and addressing social inequalities, and recent electoral changes have resulted in a stronger Maori voice in Parliament. While serious tension remains and some Pakeha argue for "one law for all," steps have been taken toward more harmonious relations.

General

Imprint:	Praeger Publishers Inc
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	October 1999
First published:	October 1999
Authors:	Dora Alves
Dimensions:	210 x 139 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	216
ISBN-13:	978-0-313-31058-4
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > Australasian & Pacific history > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Ethnic studies > Indigenous peoples Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > General Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political ideologies > Imperialism Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political structure & processes > Colonization & independence Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Ethnic studies > Multicultural studies > General Books > History > Australasian & Pacific history > General Promotions
LSN:	0-313-31058-0
Barcode:	9780313310584

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