The History Of New South Wales (1818)

By James O'Hara

Book Overview

The History of New South Wales is a book written by James O'Hara in 1818. It is a comprehensive account of the early history of New South Wales, a state in Australia. The book covers the period from the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788 to the time of writing, providing a detailed description of the events, people, and places that shaped the state's history.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of the state's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the early explorers who discovered the land and the reasons behind the British decision to establish a colony in New South Wales. Subsequent chapters cover the establishment of the colony, the early struggles of the settlers, and the interactions between the British and the Indigenous people.The book also delves into the social and economic development of the colony, including the growth of agriculture, the development of trade, and the establishment of institutions such as schools and churches. The final chapters of the book cover the political and administrative changes that occurred in New South Wales in the early 19th century, including the granting of representative government and the appointment of a governor.Overall, The History of New South Wales is an important historical document that provides insight into the early days of one of Australia's most important states. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Australian history, colonialism, and the interactions between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.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: 1104393085
• ISBN13: 9781104393083
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"