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The Life And Times Of Sir George Grey K.c.b.



This biography of Sir George Grey covers his life and career, from his early years in England to his time as the 11th Premier of New Zealand. The work is written by William Lee Rees, a lawyer and politician, and his daughter Lily, and it covers Grey's time as the governor of Cape Colony and New Zealand, as well as his return to New Zealand in 1870. The biography is divided into two volumes, and it... more details
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  • Detailed recounting of Sir George Grey's life
  • Insights into Grey's character


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Manufacturer Cambridge University Press
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This biography of Sir George Grey covers his life and career, from his early years in England to his time as the 11th Premier of New Zealand. The work is written by William Lee Rees, a lawyer and politician, and his daughter Lily, and it covers Grey's time as the governor of Cape Colony and New Zealand, as well as his return to New Zealand in 1870. The biography is divided into two volumes, and it covers Grey's life from 1812 to 1898. The work is highly praised for its detailed recounting of Grey's life, as well as its insights into Grey's character.

Published in 1892, this two-volume biography chronicles the remarkable life and career of Sir George Grey (1812-98), the 11th premier of New Zealand. William Lee Rees (1836-1912), lawyer, politician and well-known supporter of Grey, co-wrote this work with his daughter Lily, and the books outline how Grey became arguably the most influential figure during the European settlement of New Zealand in the nineteenth century. The volumes proceed chronologically and are organised by the main events in Grey's life. Volume 2 covers Grey's second governorships of Cape Colony and New Zealand, his engagement in English politics and his return to New Zealand in 1870. It concludes with an assessment of Grey's personal characteristics, successes and failures. In addition to recounting the incidents, adventures and achievements of Grey's life, Rees also conveys Grey's principles and aspirations, giving the reader an insight into the character of this servant of the empire.
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