Discover the remarkable life and legacy of John Hewgill Bumby with this insightful biography. Alfred Barrett offers a detailed and reverent account of Bumby's work as a missionary in New Zealand during the 19th century, highlighting his tireless efforts to spread the gospel and improve the lives of local communities. With a wealth of historical detail and a deep appreciation for his subject, Barrett brings Bumby's story to life. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.