[PDF] Early Tasmania eBook

Author : Sharon Morgan
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 42,12 MB
Release : 2003-12-11
Category : History
ISBN : 9780521522960

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This is the first detailed examination of land alienation and land use by white settlers in an Australian colony. It treats the first decades of settlement in Van Diemen's Land, encompassing the effects of the European invasion on Aboriginal society, the early history of environmental degradation, the island's society history and the growth of primary industry. The book presents vivid insights into nineteenth-century society, where wool was so useless that it was burnt, and farmers lived in fear of bushrangers and Aborigines. We see how individuals were constrained by the rigid expectations of race, class and gender in a society where no white man ever stood trial for rape or murder of a black. Drawing on contemporary diaries and letters, as well as government statistics, manuals for intending settlers and newspaper reports, Sharon Morgan has built up a comprehensive picture of the significance of landscape and land use in early colonial society.

Author : Henry Reynolds
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 541 pages
File Size : 44,95 MB
Release : 2012-01-09
Category : History
ISBN : 1107379016

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This captivating work charts the history of Tasmania from the arrival of European maritime expeditions in the late eighteenth century, through to the modern day. By presenting the perspectives of both Indigenous Tasmanians and British settlers, author Henry Reynolds provides an original and engaging exploration of these first fraught encounters. Utilising key themes to bind his narrative, Reynolds explores how geography created a unique economic and migratory history for Tasmania, quite separate from the mainland experience. He offers an astute analysis of the island's economic and demographic reality, by noting that this facilitated the survival of a rich heritage of colonial architecture unique in Australia, and allowed the resident population to foster a powerful web of kinship. Reynolds' remarkable capacity to empathise with the characters of his chronicle makes this a powerful, engaging and moving account of Tasmania's unique position within Australian history.

Author : John West
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 16,84 MB
Release : 2021-11-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN :

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This work presents an incredible history of Tasmania, an island state of Australia. The writer discusses the life of natives, their origin and exile, the various conflicts and crimes on this land, etc. Moreover, it includes an in-depth study of the place after colonies were formed and many immigrants came for business. A must-read for history enthusiasts.

Author : John West
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 387 pages
File Size : 45,20 MB
Release : 2021-11-09
Category : Fiction
ISBN :

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"The History of Tasmania" by John West tells about the first reported sighting of Tasmania by a European explorer Abel Tasman, a 1772 French expedition led by Marc-Joseph Marion du Fresne who landed on the island, the mentions from Captain James Cook and numerous other Europeans. The book contains a colorful array of the names of topographical features, a section on Tasmanian Zoology, and a useful list of the chief places in this country.

Author : James Fenton
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 495 pages
File Size : 22,21 MB
Release : 2011-11-08
Category : History
ISBN : 1108039197

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First published in 1884, this book gives the history of Tasmania from the perspective of a nineteenth-century pioneer.

Author : Leslie Lloyd Robson
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 43,6 MB
Release : 1985
Category : History
ISBN :

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Chapter 1 entitled 'Invasion'. Includes descriptions of Aboriginal culture and early contact with colonists.

Author : John West
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 787 pages
File Size : 47,65 MB
Release : 2023-12-18
Category : History
ISBN :

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John West's 'The History of Tasmania (Vol. 1&2)' provides a comprehensive and scholarly account of Tasmania's rich history, spanning from its indigenous roots to modern colonization. West's meticulous research and vivid storytelling offer readers a deep dive into the cultural, political, and environmental factors that have shaped Tasmania over the centuries. Through a mix of primary sources and personal anecdotes, West brings the island's complex past to life, making this book a valuable resource for historians and researchers studying Australian history. His eloquent prose and attention to detail elevate this work to a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Tasmania. John West's background as a historian and author with a focus on Australian colonial history shines through in 'The History of Tasmania.' His passion for preserving and sharing the often overlooked stories of Tasmania's past is evident in the thoroughness of his research and the empathy with which he approaches his subjects. West's expertise and dedication to the topic make this book a compelling and authoritative account of Tasmania's history. I highly recommend 'The History of Tasmania (Vol. 1&2)' to readers with a keen interest in Australian history, as well as to students and scholars looking to delve deeper into the complexities of Tasmania's past. West's engaging narrative style and insightful analysis make this book an essential addition to any history enthusiast's library.