The Discovery Of Australia
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: G. Arnold Wood
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan and Co. Limited, 1922
Condition:
Book: Good, ex-library
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
This scholarly work, The Discovery Of Australia, presents a comprehensive historical account of the initial European encounters with the Australian continent. It chronicles the voyages, navigators, and political motivations that led to the mapping and eventual settlement of this vast land. The author meticulously details the challenges faced by early explorers and the profound impact of their arrival on the indigenous populations. The narrative illustrates the complex interplay of ambition, scientific curiosity, and imperial expansion that shaped Australia's early history. This authoritative text offers a foundational understanding of a pivotal period in global exploration, providing a rich tapestry of historical events and their lasting consequences.
Author: G. Arnold Wood
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan and Co. Limited, 1922
Condition:
Book: Good, ex-library
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
This scholarly work, The Discovery Of Australia, presents a comprehensive historical account of the initial European encounters with the Australian continent. It chronicles the voyages, navigators, and political motivations that led to the mapping and eventual settlement of this vast land. The author meticulously details the challenges faced by early explorers and the profound impact of their arrival on the indigenous populations. The narrative illustrates the complex interplay of ambition, scientific curiosity, and imperial expansion that shaped Australia's early history. This authoritative text offers a foundational understanding of a pivotal period in global exploration, providing a rich tapestry of historical events and their lasting consequences.