Wiremu Tamihana : rangatira / Evelyn Stokes.

"Put forth a vision still valid: that of a Māori society in control of its own destiny"--Back cover.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 533-539).

The land of Ngati Haua -- Wars, and the Gospel of Peace -- The Gospel prevails -- The Gospel is put into practice -- The Governor and Tribal relations 1840-50 -- The idea of a King -- The installation of the King -- Kingitanga -- Journey to Taranaki -- The Governor's Declaration -- Missionary influences -- Letters to Governor Grey -- Rumours of war -- The Hui at Peria -- Preparation for war -- The invasion of Waikato -- The assault on Rangiaohia -- Return to Peria -- Pai Marire -- He Maungarongo : Covenant of Peace -- The anguish of false accusations -- Journey to Wellington -- The Land Court and Josiah Clifton Firth -- The final journey -- Some contemporary Pakeha assessments.

This is a history, taken from his own words, of one of New Zealand's most important Maori leaders. To date, it is the most complete collection of sources and commentary surrounding the life of Wiremu Tamihana Te Waharoa Tarapipipi, rangatira of the Ngati Haua iwi, commonly referred to as 'The Kingmaker' for his role in the institution of the Maori King Movement.

English and Maori.