James Fenton Of Forth: A Tasmanian Pioneer 1820-1901
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Edition: LE - No. 291 of 800 copies
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
In the rugged and untamed landscape of colonial Tasmania, one man carved out a life that would leave an indelible mark on the island's pioneering history — James Fenton of Forth: A Tasmanian Pioneer 1820-1901 chronicles the remarkable story of James Fenton, a settler who arrived in the remote Forth River district of northern Tasmania and built a legacy that endured for generations. Compiled and edited by Paul Fenton, this anthology gathers a rich collection of essays written both by and about James Fenton, drawing on firsthand accounts from his family and friends to present an intimate and multifaceted portrait of a man who witnessed Tasmania's transformation from a colonial outpost into a settled community. The result is a compelling primary-source document that illuminates the daily realities of 19th-century pioneer life, from land clearing and farming to the social and cultural fabric of early Tasmanian society. Beyond its biographical merit, this volume stands as a significant contribution to Australian colonial history, offering scholars and general readers alike a ground-level perspective on the challenges and triumphs of settlement in one of Australia's most distinctive regions. Paul Fenton's careful editorial hand weaves together personal memoir, family recollection, and historical commentary into a cohesive narrative that honours its subject without sacrificing historical rigour. For anyone drawn to the stories of ordinary men who shaped extraordinary times, this collection raises a tantalising question: how much of modern Tasmania was built on the quiet, determined labour of pioneers like James Fenton?
Author: Paul Fenton
Format: Hardback
Published: 2003, Educare, Melbourne
Genre: Australian history
Edition: LE - No. 291 of 800 copies
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
In the rugged and untamed landscape of colonial Tasmania, one man carved out a life that would leave an indelible mark on the island's pioneering history — James Fenton of Forth: A Tasmanian Pioneer 1820-1901 chronicles the remarkable story of James Fenton, a settler who arrived in the remote Forth River district of northern Tasmania and built a legacy that endured for generations. Compiled and edited by Paul Fenton, this anthology gathers a rich collection of essays written both by and about James Fenton, drawing on firsthand accounts from his family and friends to present an intimate and multifaceted portrait of a man who witnessed Tasmania's transformation from a colonial outpost into a settled community. The result is a compelling primary-source document that illuminates the daily realities of 19th-century pioneer life, from land clearing and farming to the social and cultural fabric of early Tasmanian society. Beyond its biographical merit, this volume stands as a significant contribution to Australian colonial history, offering scholars and general readers alike a ground-level perspective on the challenges and triumphs of settlement in one of Australia's most distinctive regions. Paul Fenton's careful editorial hand weaves together personal memoir, family recollection, and historical commentary into a cohesive narrative that honours its subject without sacrificing historical rigour. For anyone drawn to the stories of ordinary men who shaped extraordinary times, this collection raises a tantalising question: how much of modern Tasmania was built on the quiet, determined labour of pioneers like James Fenton?