A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson (Cram Edition)

von Watkin Tench

272 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

This XpressRead Cram Edition of A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

"A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson" offers a firsthand, detailed record of the establishment of the first European settlement in New South Wales, Australia. Watkin Tench, an officer of the British Marines, provides an invaluable historical perspective on the challenges and triumphs of establishing a penal colony at Port Jackson.

This meticulously prepared account details the early years of the settlement, painting a vivid picture of life in this remote and unfamiliar land. From the initial arrival of the First Fleet to the daily struggles for survival and the complex interactions with the indigenous population, Tench's narrative provides unparalleled insight into the realities of early Australian settlement. Explore the history of Australia's beginnings and the development of its unique societal structures through this important historical document. Ideal for anyone interested in Australian history, penal colonies, or the broader story of Oceania.

• Reihe: XpressPress
• ISBN: 9781026154595
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 30.06.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Legare Street Press