The Condition And Capabilities Of Van Diemen's Land, As A Place Of Emigration

Being The Practical Experience Of Nearly Ten Years' Residence In The Colony (1839)

Autori

• John Dixon

Parametri

Pagine

100pagine

Tempo di lettura

4ore

• Geografia & Topografia
• Mappe e viaggi
• Raccolte, antologie
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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Offering a firsthand account of life in Van Diemen's Land, the author shares insights from nearly a decade of residence in the colony. The book explores various aspects, including geography, climate, agriculture, and trade, while also addressing the indigenous population's interactions with European settlers. Practical advice for prospective emigrants is provided, covering living costs, job opportunities, and settlement areas, alongside the challenges of adapting to a remote environment. This work serves as a historical lens into early European settlement in Tasmania.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2009

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