Admiral Phillip

Admiral Phillip
The Founding Of New South Wales (1897)
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Artikel-Nr:
9781437474145
Veröffentl:
2009
Einband:
Paperback
Erscheinungsdatum:
13.01.2009
Seiten:
356
Autor:
Louis Becke
Gewicht:
516 g
Format:
229x152x19 mm
Sprache:
Englisch
Beschreibung:

Louise Becke was an Australian author well known for his adventure collection and evocative tales that took a deep corner in people's hearts. He was born in Port Macquarie, New South Wales where he worked as a trader and Blackbirder in Pacific island which significantly helped him to overcome his literary career. During his career most of the time he co-authored with Walter Jeffrey through which he explored various themes of cultural clashes and challenges faced by both European and indigenous islanders. Most of his books, he always marked by vivid descriptions and provide the best efforts to contribute to his popularity in observation of various topics. However, some of his works faced criticism for not being able to address the cultural representation appropriately and faced financial difficulties that led him to return to Australia in later years. Still, he was able to make enough contribution towards Pacific literature and gain the attention of vivid readers those having an interest in cultural studies and gain valuable insights historical dynamics South Pacific region.
Admiral Phillip: The Founding of New South Wales is a historical book written by Louis Becke and first published in 1897. The book tells the story of Admiral Arthur Phillip, who was appointed by the British government to lead the First Fleet to establish a new penal colony in Australia in 1788. The book provides a detailed account of Phillip's life, from his early years and naval career to his selection as the governor of the new colony. It also describes the challenges he faced in preparing for the journey and the difficulties he encountered upon arrival in Australia, including conflicts with the indigenous population and the harsh conditions of the new land.Through Phillip's story, Becke provides a vivid portrayal of the early days of European settlement in Australia and the complex political and social issues that arose during this period. The book includes numerous primary sources, such as letters, journals, and official documents, which add depth and authenticity to the narrative.Overall, Admiral Phillip: The Founding of New South Wales is a valuable historical resource that sheds light on one of the most significant events in Australian history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Australia, naval history, or colonialism.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.

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