Early Australian History. Convict Life in New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land

Par : Charles White
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  • Nombre de pages539
  • FormatePub
  • ISBN859-65--4772866-5
  • EAN8596547728665
  • Date de parution21/11/2023
  • Protection num.Digital Watermarking
  • Taille969 Ko
  • Infos supplémentairesepub
  • ÉditeurDIGICAT

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In "Early Australian History: Convict Life in New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land, " Charles White provides an intricate exploration of the convict era in Australia, meticulously charting the social, economic, and psychological impacts of transportation on both the convicts and the colonial society. White employs a scholarly yet accessible narrative style, intertwining historical facts with vivid personal accounts and primary sources, thus offering a multifaceted view of life in the penal colonies.
This book not only serves as an essential chronicle of the period but also critiques the broader implications of colonialism and the evolution of Australian identity in the 19th century. Charles White, a historian with a profound interest in Australia's early colonial history, draws from extensive research and personal ties to the region to shed light on a largely overlooked chapter in Australian literature.
His dedication stems from a desire to give voice to the convicts, who are often reduced to mere statistics in academic discussions, as well as to detail the harsh realities and complexities of their existence in a foreign land. This compelling book is a must-read for scholars, students, and general readers alike, as it enriches our understanding of Australia's penal heritage and the resilience of the human spirit.
Through White's insightful analysis, readers are invited to engage with the foundational narratives of Australia and to reflect on the historical trajectories that shape contemporary society.
In "Early Australian History: Convict Life in New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land, " Charles White provides an intricate exploration of the convict era in Australia, meticulously charting the social, economic, and psychological impacts of transportation on both the convicts and the colonial society. White employs a scholarly yet accessible narrative style, intertwining historical facts with vivid personal accounts and primary sources, thus offering a multifaceted view of life in the penal colonies.
This book not only serves as an essential chronicle of the period but also critiques the broader implications of colonialism and the evolution of Australian identity in the 19th century. Charles White, a historian with a profound interest in Australia's early colonial history, draws from extensive research and personal ties to the region to shed light on a largely overlooked chapter in Australian literature.
His dedication stems from a desire to give voice to the convicts, who are often reduced to mere statistics in academic discussions, as well as to detail the harsh realities and complexities of their existence in a foreign land. This compelling book is a must-read for scholars, students, and general readers alike, as it enriches our understanding of Australia's penal heritage and the resilience of the human spirit.
Through White's insightful analysis, readers are invited to engage with the foundational narratives of Australia and to reflect on the historical trajectories that shape contemporary society.
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