Patriarch And Patriot: William Grant Broughton 1788-1853 Colonial Statesman And Ecclesiastic
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: G. P. Shaw
Binding: Hardback
Published: Melbourne University Press., 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Slight tears and rubs to DJ, minor sun-fading to spine, foxing to page edges.
This biographical work chronicles the life and influence of William Grant Broughton, a pivotal figure in colonial Australia. It presents a detailed account of his dual roles as a statesman and a leading ecclesiastic during a transformative period from 1788 to 1853. The narrative illustrates the complex interplay between religious authority and political development in the nascent colony, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs of early Australian society. Shaw's meticulous research uncovers the profound impact Broughton had on both the spiritual and governmental landscapes, making it an essential read for those interested in Australian history and the evolution of its institutions.
Author: G. P. Shaw
Binding: Hardback
Published: Melbourne University Press., 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Slight tears and rubs to DJ, minor sun-fading to spine, foxing to page edges.
This biographical work chronicles the life and influence of William Grant Broughton, a pivotal figure in colonial Australia. It presents a detailed account of his dual roles as a statesman and a leading ecclesiastic during a transformative period from 1788 to 1853. The narrative illustrates the complex interplay between religious authority and political development in the nascent colony, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs of early Australian society. Shaw's meticulous research uncovers the profound impact Broughton had on both the spiritual and governmental landscapes, making it an essential read for those interested in Australian history and the evolution of its institutions.