The Southern Cross and Southern Crown: Or The Gospel in New Zealand is a historical book written by Miss Tucker in 1855. The book is a detailed account of the early missionary work in New Zealand by the Anglican Church Missionary Society. It documents the challenges faced by the missionaries in spreading the gospel among the Maori people and the efforts made to establish a Christian community in the country.The book covers various aspects of the missionary work, including the establishment of mission stations, the translation of the Bible into Maori, and the education of the Maori people. It also provides insights into the social and cultural differences between the Maori and the European settlers and the impact of these differences on the spread of Christianity.The author, Miss Tucker, was herself a missionary in New Zealand and provides a firsthand account of the challenges and successes of the mission. Her writing is clear and concise, and the book is well-researched and informative. Overall, The Southern Cross and Southern Crown: Or The Gospel in New Zealand is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the early missionary work in New Zealand and the impact of Christianity on the Maori people.This scarce antiquarian book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.