Eureka Stockade
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Richard Butler
Binding: Paperback
Published: Angus & Robertson, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Cut on fep.
Richard Butler's Eureka Stockade chronicles the dramatic events surrounding the 1854 rebellion of gold miners in Ballarat, Victoria. This compelling historical account uncovers the social and political tensions that ignited the uprising, detailing the miners' grievances against oppressive licensing laws and their fight for democratic rights. The narrative presents a vivid portrayal of the era, illustrating the courage and desperation of those who participated in the iconic stand. It argues for the enduring legacy of the Eureka Stockade as a pivotal moment in Australia's journey towards self-governance and a more equitable society.
Author: Richard Butler
Binding: Paperback
Published: Angus & Robertson, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Cut on fep.
Richard Butler's Eureka Stockade chronicles the dramatic events surrounding the 1854 rebellion of gold miners in Ballarat, Victoria. This compelling historical account uncovers the social and political tensions that ignited the uprising, detailing the miners' grievances against oppressive licensing laws and their fight for democratic rights. The narrative presents a vivid portrayal of the era, illustrating the courage and desperation of those who participated in the iconic stand. It argues for the enduring legacy of the Eureka Stockade as a pivotal moment in Australia's journey towards self-governance and a more equitable society.