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A Source Book of Australian History

Exploring Australia's Diverse Past Through Literary Narratives and Historical AccountsBy Various, Gwendolen H. Swinburne

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A Source Book of Australian History offers readers a comprehensive journey through the rich tapestry of Australia's past, weaving together a diverse array of historical documents and narratives. This anthology captures the evolution of Australian society through letters, diaries, official reports, and personal writings, deftly illustrating the emergence of a national identity. Each selected piece contributes to the overarching theme of cultural development and societal transformation, presenting a mosaic of voices that reflect the complexity and dynamism of Australia's historical landscape. The collection is carefully curated to include both celebrated and lesser-known documents, providing a panoramic view of the nation's multifaceted history. The anthology is edited and compiled by Gwendolen H. Swinburne, whose scholarly expertise is evident in the thoughtful organization and selection of texts. Swinburne brings together works from a variety of contributors, each bringing their own unique perspective to Australia's historical narrative. The contributors hail from different eras and backgrounds, offering insights from colonial times, the Gold Rush, and the Federation period, among others. Their collective narratives align with significant historical and cultural movements, allowing readers to gain a deeper understanding of the forces that shaped contemporary Australia. This anthology is an invaluable resource for readers eager to explore the complexities of Australian history from multiple angles. With its array of documents and narratives, A Source Book of Australian History exposes readers to a spectrum of historical perspectives, enhancing their appreciation and understanding of the nation's past. The collection serves both as an educational tool and as a catalyst for discussion, presenting an engaging compendium that invites reflection and intellectual exploration.

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GenreHistory, Literary Classics

Length9 hrs 20 mins

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Publish dateAug 12, 2023

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1TOOKS COURT, CHANCERY LANE, LONDON.

28THE BLIGH MUTINY

2INTRODUCTION

29THE BEGINNING OF THE WOOL INDUSTRY

3PART I

30EMANCIPIST CONTROVERSY

4PART II

31WESTERN AUSTRALIA

5PART I

32WAKEFIELD&#x27;S SCHEME OF COLONIZATION

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6DISCOVERY AND EXPLORATION

33FOUNDATION OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA

7DISCOVERY OF TASMANIA

34FOUNDATION OF VICTORIA

8DESCRIPTION OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

35TRANSPORTATION

9THE FIRST VISIT TO THE EASTERN COAST

36INDEPENDENCE OF VICTORIA

10BASS STRAIT

37GOLD

11THE INVESTIGATOR

38EFFECTS OF THE GOLD DISCOVERY

12ACROSS THE MOUNTAINS

39THE GOLD MINES

13AUSTRALIA FELIX (VICTORIA)

40VICTORIA IN 1854

14THE INTERIOR OF THE CONTINENT.

41THE BUSHRANGERS

15EXPLORATION OF THE EASTERN RIVER SYSTEM

42ANTI-TRANSPORTATION MOVEMENT

16THE INTERIOR. II

43THE LAND QUESTION

17ACROSS THE CONTINENT. SOUTH TO NORTH. I

44LAND QUESTION IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA

18ACROSS THE CONTINENT. SOUTH TO NORTH. II

45THE LAND QUESTION IN NEW SOUTH WALES

19FROM WEST TO EAST. I. ALONG THE BIGHT

46QUEENSLAND

20FROM WEST TO EAST. II. THE INTERIOR

47PAYMENT OF MEMBERS CRISIS

21PART II

48NEW GUINEA

22GENERAL HISTORY

49THE NATIONAL AUSTRALASIAN CONVENTION 1891

23THE FIRST SETTLEMENT

50THE COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA

24EARLY DIFFICULTIES

51THE BOER WAR

25PHILLIP&#x27;S RESIGNATION

52THE GREAT WAR

26NEW SOUTH WALES CORPS

53LANDING ON GALLIPOLI

27THE IRISH POLITICAL PRISONERS

54WHAT ANZAC MEANS

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