Opals and Agates: Or, Scenes Under, the Southern Cross and the Magelhans; Being Memories of Fifty Years of Australia and Polynesia (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

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9781330227688: Opals and Agates: Or, Scenes Under, the Southern Cross and the Magelhans; Being Memories of Fifty Years of Australia and Polynesia (Classic Reprint)

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Xvyndomel, pages 1 - 3. Voyage Out, 4. Tasmania(1849),5 - 6. Bagdad, 7. Mt. Ivellington, 8 - 9. Off to California, 11. Tahiti and Eimeo, 13 - 17. Raiatea and Samoa, 19 - 20. Caroline Island, 21 - 27. Honolulu, 28 - 34. San Francisco 35 - 41. Norfolk Island, 42 - 43. Lakes of Tasmania, 44. Launceston Races 45. The Turf, 46 Melbourne 48 - 50. The Turon 51 - 55. Sydney Banking Life 56 - 57. Overlanding 58 - 60. Paika and the Mallee, 61 - 66. Riverina 67. From Melbourne to Sydney, 68 - 69. An Australian in London, 70 - 88. Site and Topography of Brisbane, 89 - 98. Early Journeys to the Burnett and Darling Downs, 99 - 121. General Reminiscences of Sydney, Melbourne, and Moreton Bay, 122 - 142. Holt''s Election, and Other Events of 1856, 143 - 148. Other Reminiscences of Queensland, 149 - 163. Forty Years Ago - Memories of Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Hobart, 164 - 174. The Delpard Family in Sydney, 175 - 180. With Cattle to Cape York Peninsula, 181 - 200. Sinbad''s Valley, 201 - 204. Australian Folk Lore, 205. Aladdin''s Opals, 206 - 207. What the vild vaves were Saying, 208 - 212. I he Brisbane Botanic Gardens, 212 - 217. The Genius of Australia, 217 - 218. Australian Shells and Butter?ies, 218 - 220. Sun-chips, 220 - 222. Australian Gums, Oils, Timbers, &c., 222 - 224. The Cascade of the Barron River, 225 227. About Clubs, 228 - 230. The Birth of Queensland, 231. Queensland Champion Race of 232 - 235. The Duke of Edinburgh in Brisbane, 235 - 236. Yuletide in Sydney, 236 - 243. Lord Harris in Sydney, 243 - 247. The Garden Palace in Sydney, 247 - 251. The Princes'' Visit 251 - 252. International Cricket (ivo Bligh) 1883, 252 - 257. Krakatoa Earthquake 257 - 260. Melbourne in 1888, 260 - 265. The Darling River 50 Years Ago, 266 - 268. A Chapter on Sentiment, 268 - 272. About Bullock-drivers, 272 - 274. Some Statistics

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1330227689
ISBN 13: 9781330227688
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Nombre de pages: 344
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Opals and Agates: Or, Scenes Under, the Southern Cross and the Magelhans

Nehemiah Bartley

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a captivating journey through the vibrant landscapes and historical moments of early Australasia. The author, an adventurous young man from England, shares his personal experiences as he navigates the transition of Australia from a penal colony to a burgeoning nation. Through vivid descriptions, he brings to life the grandeur of the Australian landscape - from the towering peaks of Mount Wellington to the lush forests and rolling downs of WyndOmel Station. The book delves into the social fabric of the time, showcasing the unique blend of British and colonial influences. It reveals the lives of early settlers, including those who arrived as convicts, and provides a glimpse into the bustling colonial society of Hobart and Sydney. The author's travels extend beyond the Australian mainland, taking readers to the exotic islands of Tahiti and Eimeo. His encounters with local people, customs, and cultures offer a compelling perspective on the diverse communities of the Pacific region. This book provides a rich historical account of Australia's transformation, exploring the challenges and triumphs of early colonial life, and offers valuable insights into the development of a distinct national identity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781330227688_0

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