John Batman: The Founder Of Victoria
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This compelling historical biography, John Batman: The Founder Of Victoria, chronicles the pivotal life and controversial legacy of the man instrumental in establishing the colony of Victoria. The narrative details Batman's early ventures, his complex negotiations with Indigenous Australians, and the foundational moments that shaped one of Australia's most significant regions. It presents a thorough examination of the colonial era, illustrating the challenges and ambitions that drove European expansion in the 19th century. Bonwick's work offers a critical perspective on the historical figures and events that defined the birth of a new society, providing essential insights into Australia's colonial past.
Author: James Bonwick F.R.G.S.
Format: Hardback
Published: 1973, LINK HISTORY SERIES
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This compelling historical biography, John Batman: The Founder Of Victoria, chronicles the pivotal life and controversial legacy of the man instrumental in establishing the colony of Victoria. The narrative details Batman's early ventures, his complex negotiations with Indigenous Australians, and the foundational moments that shaped one of Australia's most significant regions. It presents a thorough examination of the colonial era, illustrating the challenges and ambitions that drove European expansion in the 19th century. Bonwick's work offers a critical perspective on the historical figures and events that defined the birth of a new society, providing essential insights into Australia's colonial past.