Personal Recollections Of Early Melbourne And Victoria (1888)

By William Westgarth

Book Overview

Personal Recollections Of Early Melbourne And Victoria is a memoir written by William Westgarth, an Englishman who migrated to Australia in the mid-19th century. The book was first published in 1888 and provides a detailed account of the author's experiences in the early days of Melbourne and Victoria. Westgarth's memoir covers a wide range of topics, including the early settlement of Melbourne, the gold rush, the development of the city, and the social and political climate of the time. He also discusses his own personal experiences, including his business ventures and his involvement in various civic organizations. The book provides a fascinating insight into the history of Melbourne and Victoria, as well as the challenges and opportunities faced by early settlers in the region. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Australian history, particularly the history of Victoria and the development of Melbourne as a major city. Overall, Personal Recollections Of Early Melbourne And Victoria is a well-written and engaging memoir that offers a unique perspective on the early days of Australian settlement.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: 1165534118
• ISBN13: 9781165534111
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 186 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"