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A riveting tale of survival in a far away land to stimulate your imagination and develop character. Miraculously unabridged, Maori and Settler by G. A. Henty explores the adventures, misfortunes, and joys of the Renshaw family, who emigrate to New Zealand in the 19th century after suffering a financial disaster that wipes out the family savings. The story follows the head of the family, Wilfred, as they emigrate to New Zealand in the 1860's in hope of a better life. Embarking on an arduous journey from London aboard the Flying Scud, they make new friends, including the affable and knowledgeable Mr. Atherton, with whom they share adventures as they sail to the other side of the globe. The Renshaws find life in New Zealand tough, but rewarding--until the trouble begins to brew. Will Wilfrid and his family lose all for which they have worked when a strange religion inspires many natives towards violence against the settlers. In this riveting historical story, you will learn about the life of the early settlers of New Zealand, as well as, the events surrounding the New Zealand Wars. Wilfred's courage and tight morals lead the family in a straight and true line, aided by Mr. Atherton, a skilled naturalist with impeccable humor and strong nerves. As this pioneering family plants themselves in unknown territory, Henty follows the dramatic ups and downs of living and the human experience.

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Dubbed the ""Prince of Storytellers"" and ""The Boy's Own Historian,"" George Alfred Henty is considered a Victorian literary phenomenon. His realistic historical fiction novels, which have been recognized by scholars for their accuracy, have engaged children and adults alike for years. Henty's courageous heroes regularly encounter prominent historical figures, including Titus, Sir Francis Drake, Robert E. Lee, and Cortez, while conquering evil empires, fighting wars, discovering land, or searching for gold. Drawing on his own experiences fighting in the Crimean War and reporting as a foreign correspondent in Europe and Africa, Henty fashioned novels that encompass most historical periods, from Ancient Egypt to the Boer War. He was born on December 8, 1832, in Trumpington, England, and lived during the reign of Queen Victoria. He was educated at Cambridge but left without a degree to serve in the Crimean War. Later, after several failed attempts at various careers, he found success in journalism, writing for newspapers and magazines. Henty was hired as a special correspondent to cover the Austro-Italian, Turkish-Serbian, and Franco-Prussian Wars. He narrowly escaped death during the Italian conflict. After being found by Italian troops, he was thought to be an Austrian spy and was sentenced to be hanged. Fortunately, he was able to convince the commanding general that he was not a spy, and the sentence was overturned. Henty also participated in Garibaldi's Tyrolean campaigns and accompanied the Prince of Wales in his travels through India. During this time, he combined his war experiences with his adventure-writing skill and produced several novels a year. Henty loved the sea and spent at least six months a year aboard his yacht during the last years of his life. He died on the yacht in 1902, in Weymouth, England. Jim Hodges began reading aloud in the second grade with a stirring rendition of Dick and Jane. He continued to volunteer to speak throughout his schooling years, performed as a newscaster while in the Navy, and participated in community theater groups. His wife, Monica, once asked what his dream job would be. He answered, ""I'd record books."" And so began Jim Hodges Audio Books, producing unabridged recordings of the G. A. Henty historical novels, children's books, Overtly Christian titles, and classic literature.

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