The Life and Times of Sir George Grey, K.C.B.

William Lee Rees surveys the remarkable career of Sir George Grey, the 11th premier of New Zealand.

William Lee Rees (Author), Lily Rees (Author)

9781108039512, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 24 November 2011

332 pages, 1 b/w illus.
21.6 x 14 x 1.9 cm, 0.42 kg

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.

Book V. Second Governorship of Cape Colony, 1859–61: 31. Public opinion in England on the colonial question
32. Visit to the Queen, and honours at Cambridge
33. Prince Alfred's visit to South Africa
34. Close of Prince Alfred's visit. The Cape Breakwater
35. The Grey College at Bloemfontein
36. Letters from African chiefs
37. Review of Sir G. Grey's administration in South Africa
38. The Grey Library
Book VI. Second Governorship of New Zealand, 1861–7: 39. New Zealand affairs from 1853 to 1861
40. The Waikato War
41. Changed position of the Governor in New Zealand
42. Retrospect of second New Zealand government
Book VII. Sir George Grey Engages in English Politics, 1868–70: 43. New principle of appointing Colonial Governors
44. Proposed appointment of General Gordon as military dictator in New Zealand
45. The dismemberment craze
46. The Newark election
47. Farewell to England
48. South Africa and England. A chapter of disasters
49. Indictment of the Colonial Office
50. Earl Grey and Earl Carnarvon compared
Book VIII. Sir George Grey's Life in New Zealand, 1870–92: 51. Kawau
52. Sir Julius Vogel's public works policy
53. Principal legislative reforms advocated by Sir George Grey, M.H.R.
54. Federation of the English-speaking peoples
55. A series of ovations
56. Retrospect of Sir George Grey's public life
57. Native feeling for Sir George Grey
58. The public library at Auckland
59. Grey's achievements, failures, and personal characteristics
Conclusion
Appendix
Index.

Subject Areas: Australasian & Pacific history [HBJM]