Land Of The Morning (1909)

Land Of The Morning is a novel written by Jessie Mackay and first published in 1909. The story is set in New Zealand and follows the life of a young woman named Ngaia, who is half-Maori and half-Scottish. Ngaia is torn between her two cultures and struggles to find her place in the world. She is deeply connected to the land and the people of New Zealand, but also longs for the traditions and customs of her Scottish heritage.As Ngaia grows older, she becomes involved in the fight for Maori rights and land ownership, and she begins to question the colonial attitudes of the British settlers. She falls in love with a young man named Rua, who shares her passion for Maori culture and traditions, but their love is threatened by the cultural divide between them.Land Of The Morning is a powerful and insightful novel that explores themes of identity, culture, and colonialism. It offers a unique perspective on the history of New Zealand and the struggles of its indigenous people. Jessie Mackay's writing is vivid and evocative, capturing the beauty and complexity of the New Zealand landscape and the people who inhabit it. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of New Zealand, as well as those interested in exploring the themes of identity and belonging.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.