Herries Beattie
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Herries Beattie was a New Zealand bookkeeper, journalist, and historian, best known for his eccentric and influential writings on the history of the Mackenzie Country. His 1946 book, 'Mackenzie of the Mackenzie Country,' explored the life of the notorious sheep stealer, portraying him as a mythic figure in the pastoral history of South Canterbury.
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Herries Beattie wrote about Mackenzie in his eccentric 1946 book, highlighting his legendary status.
Scene of the crime: Was one of NZ’s enduring folk heroes the victim of a grave miscarriage of justice?The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-08-02
New Zealand· 2026-08-02
