Recollections Of Life In Van Diemen's Land

Recollections Of Life In Van Diemen's Land

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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: William Gates
Binding: Paperback
Published: Australian Historical Monographs, Review Publications, Dubbo, New South Wales, Volume XV (New Series), 1977

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Recollections Of Life In Van Diemen's Land chronicles a compelling personal journey through the challenging early colonial period of Tasmania. William Gates presents a vivid, firsthand account of the daily struggles and unique societal structures that defined existence in this remote penal settlement. The narrative illustrates the harsh realities faced by both settlers and convicts, offering an intimate perspective on the landscape and its inhabitants. It uncovers the social dynamics and individual experiences that shaped a pivotal era in Australian history. This historical document provides invaluable insights into the human spirit's resilience amidst adversity, making it an essential read for those interested in colonial history.

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Description

Author: William Gates
Binding: Paperback
Published: Australian Historical Monographs, Review Publications, Dubbo, New South Wales, Volume XV (New Series), 1977

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Recollections Of Life In Van Diemen's Land chronicles a compelling personal journey through the challenging early colonial period of Tasmania. William Gates presents a vivid, firsthand account of the daily struggles and unique societal structures that defined existence in this remote penal settlement. The narrative illustrates the harsh realities faced by both settlers and convicts, offering an intimate perspective on the landscape and its inhabitants. It uncovers the social dynamics and individual experiences that shaped a pivotal era in Australian history. This historical document provides invaluable insights into the human spirit's resilience amidst adversity, making it an essential read for those interested in colonial history.