Australia, its history and present condition
Australia, its history and present condition

Author: W. Pridden

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-10-04

Total Pages: 332

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W. Pridden's 'Australia, its history and present condition' is a detailed and thorough examination of the history, culture, and societal structures of Australia. Written in a clear and informative style, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the country's development from its earliest days to the modern era. Pridden's in-depth analysis delves into the political, economic, and social factors that have shaped Australia, making it a valuable resource for readers interested in Australian history and culture. The book also offers insights into the country's present condition, shedding light on current issues and challenges facing Australia. Pridden's work reflects his deep knowledge of the subject matter and his dedication to presenting a nuanced and balanced perspective on the country. His meticulous research and thoughtful commentary make this book an essential read for anyone seeking to understand Australia's past and present. 'Australia, its history and present condition' is a must-read for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of Australian studies.

A Traveller's History of New Zealand
A Traveller's History of New Zealand

Author: John H. Chambers

Publisher: Interlink Books

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 424

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A Traveller's History of New Zealand and the South Pacific Islands gives the curious tourist not only a modern day portrait of New Zealand and the far flung islands, their political systems and economic diversity, but also looks at the early settling of this massive area which covers about a fifth of the whole surface of the earth. When European navigators first sailed into the region, they were astonished at the exotic shared culture and language of the natives, separated in many cases by terrifying stretches of open ocean. The story of the peopling of the South Pacific Islands and New Zealand is one of the world's great epics. The book also has practical information for visitors, an Historical Gazetteer, and is illustrated with relevant maps plus a Chronology of Events. Special topics covered include Firewalking in Fiji, the Musket Wars, the Haka, Polynesian Tattooing and the Jon Frum Cargo Cult of Vanuatu. Book jacket.

A History of Tasmania
A History of Tasmania

Author: James Fenton

Publisher: Hobart, Tasmania : J. Walch and Sons

Published: 1884

Total Pages: 498

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James Fenton (1820-1901) was born in Ireland and emigrated to Tasmania (then known as Van Diemen's Land) with his family in 1833. He became a pioneer settler in an area on the Forth River and published this history of the island in 1884. The book begins with the discovery of the island in 1642 and concludes with the deaths of some significant public figures in the colony in 1884. The establishment of the colony on the island, and the involvement of convicts in its building, is documented. A chapter on the native aborigines gives a fascinating insight into the attitudes of the colonising people, and a detailed account of the removal of the native Tasmanians to Flinders Island, in an effort to separate them from the colonists. The book also contains portraits of some aboriginal people, as well as a glossary of their language.