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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
Length9h 20m
About this audiobook
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readers a comprehensive journey through the rich tapestry of Australia's past, weaving together a diverse array of historical documents and narratives.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.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory, Literary Classics
Length9 hrs 20 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
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'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'S RESIGNATION
52THE GREAT WAR
26NEW SOUTH WALES CORPS
53LANDING ON GALLIPOLI
27THE IRISH POLITICAL PRISONERS
54WHAT ANZAC MEANS
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