Tom Petrie's Reminiscences Of Early Queensland: Dating From 1837 (1904)

By Constance Campbell Petrie and Tom Petrie

Book Overview

Tom Petrie's Reminiscences of Early Queensland: Dating from 1837 is a historical memoir written by Tom Petrie, a pioneer of Queensland, Australia. The book provides a detailed account of Petrie's experiences and observations of the early days of Queensland, from the time of his arrival in 1837 until the turn of the 20th century. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the interactions between the Indigenous people and the European settlers, the establishment of the first settlements in Queensland, the early days of Brisbane, and the development of the pastoral industry. Petrie's memoir offers a unique perspective on the early history of Queensland, as he was intimately involved in many of the key events and developments of the time. Petrie's writing style is straightforward and engaging, and he provides vivid descriptions of the people, places, and events that he witnessed. The book is also notable for its inclusion of many photographs and illustrations, which provide a visual representation of the early days of Queensland. Overall, Tom Petrie's Reminiscences of Early Queensland is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the early days of Queensland and the experiences of its pioneers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Australia or the development of Queensland.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: 1120044219
• ISBN13: 9781120044211
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"