Raromi: Or the Maori Chief’s Heir (1888)

Raromi: Or The Maori Chief???????s Heir is a novel written by Alexander A. Fraser and published in 1888. The story is set in New Zealand during the mid-19th century, and it follows the life of Raromi, the heir of a Maori chief. Raromi is a young man who is torn between his love for his people and his desire to explore the world outside of his village.As Raromi grows older, he becomes more and more interested in the European way of life and begins to question the traditions of his own people. He falls in love with a European woman, which causes conflict with his tribe and puts his position as heir in jeopardy.Throughout the novel, Raromi faces many challenges and obstacles as he tries to navigate the complex cultural and political landscape of his time. He must choose between his loyalty to his people and his own desires, and he must also confront the changing world around him as European settlers begin to encroach on Maori land.Raromi: Or The Maori Chief???????s Heir is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of identity, tradition, and cultural conflict. It offers a unique perspective on the history of New Zealand and the complex relationships between Maori and European settlers during the 19th century.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.