Early Australian History. Convict Life in New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land (eBook)

Charles White (Autor)

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2023
539 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654772866-5 (EAN)

Infos

Charles White's book 'Early Australian History: Convict Life in New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land' provides a detailed and insightful look into the harsh realities of convict life in Australia during the early colonization period. White's narrative style brings to life the struggles and challenges faced by the convicts, offering a unique perspective on the historical events that shaped the region. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, White paints a vivid portrait of the convict experience, shedding light on a lesser-known aspect of Australian history. His use of primary sources and firsthand accounts lends credibility to his narrative and enhances the reader's understanding of this pivotal period in Australia's past. Charles White's expertise in Australian history and his passion for uncovering the untold stories of the past make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the early days of Australian colonization and the convict experience in New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land.

Autor

Charles White, a late 19th to early 20th-century historian, cemented his legacy by chronicling the gritty convict past of Australia through his comprehensive text, 'Early Australian History. Convict Life in New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land.' Little biographical information is recorded about White's personal life, yet his work has become an essential part of Australia's historical literary archive. In his book, published in parts between 1889 and 1890, White offers an unflinching glimpse into the harrowing conditions and the societal structures of penal colonies that shaped Australia's early history. His approach intertwines narrative flair with meticulous research, drawing on government documents, personal journals, and contemporary accounts to paint a vivid picture of convict life. His scrutiny of penal policies and the lived experiences of convicts contribute to an understanding of Australia's foundational narratives. White's attention to the systemic processes of law and order, and the daily lives of convicts, provides an important discourse on issues of justice and colonialism. Scholars often regard 'Convict Life in New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land' as a seminal work that embodies both the struggle and the spirit of an emergent nation. The essence of White's historical discourse, therefore, lies in its raw, unvarnished portrayal of Australia's formative years, making it a staple reference for those studying the penal history of the country.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Schlagworte: 18th Century Colonialism • 19th century Australia history • antipodean colonial history • Australian colonization • australian historical fiction • Charles White • Charles White author • Classic • classical literature on convict life • Colonial Australia • Colonial Australia books • Colonial Survival • Convict history • convict transportation literature • Cultural Transformation • European settlement • First Fleet Era • Historical • historical narratives • New South Wales penal settlements • penal colony • penal colony narratives • Van Diemen's Land story