Richard Bourke

Richard Bourke

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Author: Hazel King
Binding: Hardback
Published: Melbourne; Oxford University Press;, 1971

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This biography recounts the life and career of Richard Bourke, an Irish-born British Army officer who served as the Governor of New South Wales. Bourke enacted policies that aimed to protect Aboriginal Australians and limit the expansion of colonial settlement. King examines his contributions to the development of Australia and his impact on its social and political landscape. The book provides insights into the challenges and complexities of colonial governance during the 19th century.

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Description

Author: Hazel King
Binding: Hardback
Published: Melbourne; Oxford University Press;, 1971

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This biography recounts the life and career of Richard Bourke, an Irish-born British Army officer who served as the Governor of New South Wales. Bourke enacted policies that aimed to protect Aboriginal Australians and limit the expansion of colonial settlement. King examines his contributions to the development of Australia and his impact on its social and political landscape. The book provides insights into the challenges and complexities of colonial governance during the 19th century.