Discover the captivating history presented in **French Akaroa (2018)**, authored by Peter Tremewan. This brand new edition, measuring 170 x 240 mm and comprising 396 pages, delves deep into the fascinating narrative of the French settlement of Akaroa Harbour during the early 1800s. While British settlers were making their mark on the North Island, this book reveals the elaborate French government-backed plans to establish a prosperous community in 'Southern New Zealand.' Through vivid storytelling and well-researched facts, the author explores the trials and triumphs of French (and German) settlers who formed charming communities in Akaroa, a place that continues to entice visitors with its rich French heritage. The updated reprint of **French Akaroa** includes minor corrections and new insights, shedding light on how these settlers shaped the cultural landscape of Banks Peninsula. Attracting many tourists today, Akaroa remains a testament to this unique legacy. The first edition was published in 1990, and this latest version brings Tremewan’s scholarship into the modern age. Perfect for history buffs or those interested in New Zealand's multicultural heritage, this book is a must-have for your collection. Enjoy easy shipping across New Zealand as this product is in stock locally – ensuring you won't encounter unexpected import charges or custom duties.CONDITION: Brand NewDimensions: 170 x 240 mmPages: 396Author: Peter Tremewan Publisher: Canterbury University PressPublication Date: 18-05-2018Updated reprint While the British were sending settlers to the North Island in 1840, the French were sending them to the South Island. This book looks at the elaborate French government-backed plans to settle and annex 'Southern New Zealand' - and at what the French did when they found the British had got there first. The lives of the French (and German) men, women and children who ended up creating little settlements in Akaroa Harbour is a major focus of this fascinating book, which also explains some of the French heritage that attracts so many tourists to the Banks Peninsula town of Akaroa today. The first edition of Peter Tremewan’s â€French Akaroa’ was published in 1990, and the second edition was extensively updated and enlarged for publication in 2010. â€French Akaroa’ has now been reprinted with minor corrections, new information having come to hand.We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
