The Convict Years: Transportation And The Penal System 1788-1868
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Margaret Weidenhofer
Binding: Hardback
Published: Lansdowne Press, 1973
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This historical account, The Convict Years: Transportation And The Penal System 1788-1868, meticulously chronicles the foundational period of Australia's penal colonies. It presents a comprehensive overview of the British transportation system, detailing its implementation and evolution across nearly a century. The narrative uncovers the harsh realities faced by convicts and the complex development of the penal system from its inception to its eventual cessation. Weidenhofer’s work illustrates the profound impact of this era on Australian society, offering an authoritative examination of a pivotal chapter in the nation's history.
Author: Margaret Weidenhofer
Binding: Hardback
Published: Lansdowne Press, 1973
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This historical account, The Convict Years: Transportation And The Penal System 1788-1868, meticulously chronicles the foundational period of Australia's penal colonies. It presents a comprehensive overview of the British transportation system, detailing its implementation and evolution across nearly a century. The narrative uncovers the harsh realities faced by convicts and the complex development of the penal system from its inception to its eventual cessation. Weidenhofer’s work illustrates the profound impact of this era on Australian society, offering an authoritative examination of a pivotal chapter in the nation's history.