When European settlers first arrived in Aotearoa New Zealand, they brought with them more than dreams of a new life - they brought plants and animals that forever altered the ecosystem. The Long Shadow explores the captivating and complex history of these introduced species and their profound impact on native wildlife. Through stunning 19th-century-style portraits and vivid historical accounts, this book takes readers on a journey through time, from the ideals of acclimatisation societies to the ecological challenges and losses that followed.