Australian Squatters

Australian Squatters

$30.00 AUD

Availability: in stock at our Tullamarine warehouse

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: Hubert De Castella
Binding: Hardback
Published: Melbourne University Press, 1987

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Fading and light wear to DJ. Board and pages in good condition.

'Australian Squatters' chronicles the compelling history of early land settlement in Australia, detailing the lives and struggles of those who shaped the nascent colonial landscape. This insightful work presents a vivid account of the social and economic forces at play, illustrating the challenges and triumphs faced by individuals carving out a new existence. De Castella's narrative uncovers the complex dynamics between settlers, indigenous populations, and the evolving legal framework, offering a critical perspective on a pivotal era. The book provides a comprehensive overview of a significant period in Australian history, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of colonial studies and historical sociology.

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Description

Author: Hubert De Castella
Binding: Hardback
Published: Melbourne University Press, 1987

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Fading and light wear to DJ. Board and pages in good condition.

'Australian Squatters' chronicles the compelling history of early land settlement in Australia, detailing the lives and struggles of those who shaped the nascent colonial landscape. This insightful work presents a vivid account of the social and economic forces at play, illustrating the challenges and triumphs faced by individuals carving out a new existence. De Castella's narrative uncovers the complex dynamics between settlers, indigenous populations, and the evolving legal framework, offering a critical perspective on a pivotal era. The book provides a comprehensive overview of a significant period in Australian history, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of colonial studies and historical sociology.