The Mainland

""The Mainland"" by E.L. Grant Watson is a novel set in New Zealand during the early 1900s. The story follows the lives of two families, the Huttons and the Quayles, who live on opposite sides of the country. The Huttons are a farming family in the South Island, while the Quayles are a wealthy family living in the North Island.The novel explores the themes of class, family, and the changing landscape of New Zealand during this time period. The Huttons struggle to make a living off their land, while the Quayles enjoy a life of luxury and privilege. However, as the novel progresses, the two families become intertwined through marriage and friendship.Throughout the novel, the author provides vivid descriptions of the New Zealand landscape, from the rugged mountains of the South Island to the rolling hills of the North Island. The characters are also well-developed, with complex relationships and motivations.Overall, ""The Mainland"" is a compelling novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of New Zealanders during a time of great change. It is a must-read for anyone interested in New Zealand literature or history.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.