Australasia, 1688-1911 V5 (1912)

By A. Wyatt Tilby

Book Overview

Australasia, 1688-1911 V5 is a historical book written by A. Wyatt Tilby and published in 1912. The book covers the history of Australasia, which includes Australia, New Zealand, and the surrounding islands, from the year 1688 to 1911. It is the fifth volume in the series and provides a comprehensive account of the political, social, and economic developments in the region during this period.The book begins with an overview of the early European explorers and their interactions with the indigenous peoples of Australasia. It then delves into the colonization of the region by the British and the establishment of the colonies of New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, and Tasmania. The book also covers the history of New Zealand, including the Maori Wars and the Treaty of Waitangi.The author provides detailed accounts of the political and social changes that occurred in Australasia during the 19th century, including the gold rushes, the development of transportation and communication networks, and the growth of the wool and wheat industries. The book also covers the impact of the Industrial Revolution on the region and the emergence of new technologies such as steam engines and telegraphs.Overall, Australasia, 1688-1911 V5 is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of the history of Australasia during the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this region and its impact on the world.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120264073
• ISBN13: 9781120264077
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 458 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"