[PDF] The Dutch Down Under eBook

Author : Nonja Peters
Publisher : University of Western Australia Press
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 36,89 MB
Release : 2006
Category : History
ISBN :

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The celebrations of the first 400 years of relations between The Commonwealth of Australia and The Kingdom of The Netherlands mark a very special and important event for both countries. The shared relationship between the two countries was first established in 1606, when the Dutch vessel Duyfken mapped part of the coast near present day Weipa, Cape York Peninsula, of the continent that would, in time, become known as Australia. This event led to further encounters between early maritime pioneers; and traces of early Dutch influence are still found in such Australian place names as Tasmania and Cape Leeuwin. Over time, subsequent global events forged closer links between the two countries: as part of the post-war migration from a war-ravaged Europe to the population-hungry Australia, almost 170,000 Dutch nationals arrived 'down under'. It was this migration from Europe in the 1950s that allowed the Australian economy to move forward into more prosperous times. Today, there are some 270,000 Australian residents who were either born in the Netherlands, or who claim Dutch ancestry. The Dutch Down Under 1606-2006 provides illuminating commentary, from 23 contributing authors, on the history of these relationships and on the socio-economic and cultural impact of the migration on both Dutch residents in Australia, and their families in the Netherlands.

Author : E. A. Judge
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 41,73 MB
Release : 2023-04-24
Category : History
ISBN : 1666770795

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Out Here Down Under is a collection of documents and papers illuminating the development and character of ancient ‎history as a discipline in the Antipodes. It considers especially the distinctive and extraordinarily ‎popular program, championed by E. A. Judge, of studying classical and biblical corpora together under ‎one discipline, with an emphasis on the interpretation of documentary sources. ‎In twenty chapters, this volume considers such issues as the relationship between British and ‎Antipodean scholarship, the story and legacy of Antipodean scholars of the ancient world, the ‎nature and ideology of ancient history programs at schools and universities (especially in NSW ‎and at Macquarie), the interaction between biblical and classical disciplines, and the function of ‎history in contemporary Australia. These texts, mostly written by Judge himself throughout his career, appear here with new introductory notes outlining their historical significance for the discipline and Judge's own practice.

Author : Geronimo Stilton
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 46,11 MB
Release : 2011-11-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 054539242X

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Enter the world of Geronimo Stilton, where another funny adventure is always right around the corner. Each book is a fast-paced adventure with lively art and a unique format kids 7-10 will love.G'day, mate! I was searching for ideas for my new book, and my friend Petunia Pretty Paws knew just where to find them -- in Australia. Holey cheese, it sounded like a fabumouse adventure! But between surfing with sharks, being chased by poisonous snakes, and getting lost in the outback, I was beginning to wonder if this trip down under was really a good idea. Kangaroos and koalas and crocs -- oh, my! Would I ever see New Mouse City again?

Author : John Tasker
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 38,28 MB
Release : 2011-10-19
Category : History
ISBN : 1447881818

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One of the great historical mysteries of recent centuries has to do with the discovery of Australia and New Zealand before the 17th century. Did 16th century Portuguese navigators reach the shores of these two countries and chart them? This book catalogues all major attempts over the last 500 years to answer these questions.

Author : T.J Bednar
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 639 pages
File Size : 33,71 MB
Release : 2013-12-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 149310182X

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This tale will be as truthful as my memory allows. There are things in my life that I am sorry for, but I will not delete them from my memoir, for through my mistakes, I have learned many a lesson. I feel its necessary to start this tale at my youth for it is the foundation of who I am and has shaped my philosophy of today. It has also given me chance to learn from past mistakes.

Author : Kenneth Morgan
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 36,36 MB
Release : 2021-01-28
Category : History
ISBN : 1350154784

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In this comprehensive study, Kenneth Morgan provides an authoritative account of European exploration and discovery in Australia. The book presents a detailed chronological overview of European interests in the Australian continent, from initial speculations about the 'Great Southern Land' to the major hydrographic expeditions of the 19th century. In particular, he analyses the early crossings of the Dutch in the 17th century, the exploits of English 'buccaneer adventurer' William Dampier, the famous voyages of James Cook and Matthew Flinders, and the little-known French annexation of Australia in 1772. Introducing new findings and drawing on the latest in historiographical research, this book situates developments in navigation, nautical astronomy and cartography within the broader contexts of imperial, colonial, and maritime history.

Author : Anna Duszak
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter
Page : 389 pages
File Size : 14,63 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 3110238101

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The book explores the role of age in communication under consideration of various age groups (the elderly, middle-aged, teenagers, children), genres, cultures and languages. The social skewing of the contributions explains the book's focus on discourse-mediated social identities, with age implicated as a viable controller of how social action is strategically deployed for alignment and alienation, accommodation and divergence. The studies in the book show the particular importance of the discursive construction of age in the face of new challenges of globalization, increased human mobility and rising intergenerational conflicts.

Author : Jacob Vossestein
Publisher : Xpat Scriptum Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 11,3 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Climatic changes
ISBN : 9789055947881

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All over the world, people learn in school that the Netherlands is a country that lies below sea-level. Dikes, polders, windmills and wooden shoes are well-known icons of this unusual nation, while its sturdy dams and storm surge barriers also enjoy world fame. But how does it all work? How can a country exist under such circumstances and even be prosperous? One would expect the Dutch to panic about climate change but they don't seem to be; how come? This book will tell you all about it, both in words and photos, striking a balance between developments in the past, the present and the future, steering clear from both generalizations and too much technological detail. Whether you are an expat, tourist, or far-away individual who has taken an interest in the country, this book will offer fascinating insights into how a society can function at sea level.