China, Australia, And The Pacific Islands: In The Years, 1855-56 (1857)

By J D'Ewes

Book Overview

China, Australia, and the Pacific Islands: In the Years 1855-56 is a travelogue written by J. D'Ewes in 1857. The book details D'Ewes' travels through China, Australia, and various Pacific Islands during the years of 1855-56. The book is divided into several parts, each detailing D'Ewes' experiences in different locations. In China, he explores the cities of Shanghai, Canton, and Hong Kong, providing a detailed account of the culture, customs, and people he encounters. He also discusses the political climate of the region, including the ongoing Opium Wars between China and Britain.In Australia, D'Ewes visits several cities, including Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. He describes the natural beauty of the continent, including the Great Barrier Reef and various wildlife he encounters. He also discusses the social and economic conditions of the time, including the gold rush and the treatment of indigenous Australians.Finally, D'Ewes travels to various Pacific Islands, including Tahiti, Fiji, and Tonga. He provides a glimpse into the daily lives of the islanders, as well as their customs and traditions. He also discusses the impact of European colonization on these societies.Overall, China, Australia, and the Pacific Islands: In the Years 1855-56 provides a fascinating look into the cultural, social, and political landscape of these regions during the mid-19th century.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: 1164603108
• ISBN13: 9781164603108
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 346 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"