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 1 begins with Grey's upbringing and early years, and describes his first voyage...

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...