The Diggings And The Bush (1869)

von W. May Howell

332 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Diggings and the Bush is a book written by Mrs. W. May Howell in 1869. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences living in the goldfields of Australia during the mid-19th century. Mrs. Howell describes her journey from England to Australia, her time living in the bustling gold mining towns, and her encounters with the rugged Australian bush.The book is a fascinating account of life in the goldfields, with detailed descriptions of the daily routines, living conditions, and social dynamics of the mining communities. Mrs. Howell also provides insights into the economic and political climate of the time, including the impact of the gold rush on the Australian economy and the tensions between the British colonial authorities and the local population.Alongside these historical and cultural observations, the book is a personal memoir of Mrs. Howell's own experiences, including her struggles with illness, her relationships with fellow miners and settlers, and her encounters with the indigenous people of the region. The book is a vivid and engaging account of a fascinating period in Australian history, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the social and cultural history of the gold rush era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Belletristik Allgemein, nicht nach Genre
• ISBN: 9781120610430
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 21.11.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC