The Buckland Valley Goldfield: A Brief History Of The Rush For Gold, The Deaths, The Chinese Tragedy And The Rebellion That Culminated In The Infamous Buckland Riot

The Buckland Valley Goldfield: A Brief History Of The Rush For Gold, The Deaths, The Chinese Tragedy And The Rebellion That Culminated In The Infamous Buckland Riot

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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: Diann Talbot
Binding: Paperback
Published: Diann Talbot, 2004

Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Some slight peeling to corners of cover.

The Buckland Valley Goldfield chronicles a tumultuous period in Australian history, detailing the fervent rush for gold that drew countless prospectors to the region. This historical account uncovers the grim realities faced by those seeking fortune, including the tragic loss of life that accompanied the boom. It further illuminates the profound struggles endured by the Chinese community, whose presence ignited tensions and ultimately culminated in the infamous Buckland Riot. The narrative presents a compelling examination of the social unrest and violence that defined this pivotal moment, illustrating the complex interplay of ambition, prejudice, and desperation during the goldfield era.

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Description

Author: Diann Talbot
Binding: Paperback
Published: Diann Talbot, 2004

Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Some slight peeling to corners of cover.

The Buckland Valley Goldfield chronicles a tumultuous period in Australian history, detailing the fervent rush for gold that drew countless prospectors to the region. This historical account uncovers the grim realities faced by those seeking fortune, including the tragic loss of life that accompanied the boom. It further illuminates the profound struggles endured by the Chinese community, whose presence ignited tensions and ultimately culminated in the infamous Buckland Riot. The narrative presents a compelling examination of the social unrest and violence that defined this pivotal moment, illustrating the complex interplay of ambition, prejudice, and desperation during the goldfield era.