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  • A Sequel To A Voyage to Botany Bay

    Exploring Colonial Identity and Redemption in Australia

    In "A Sequel To A Voyage to Botany Bay," George Barrington continues the narrative begun in his earlier work, detailing the harsh realities and complex social dynamics of life in the Australian penal colony. The book unfolds with vivid descriptions, rich characterizations, and a distinct blend of firsthand experiences and imaginative reconstructive storytelling. Set against the backdrop of the ... Read more

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  • A Voyage to Botany Bay

    Enriched edition. Convict Transportation, Colonial Australia, and the Harsh Realities of an 18th-Century Expedition

    In "A Voyage to Botany Bay," George Barrington takes readers on a vivid journey through the complexities of transportation and colonization in the late 18th century. Written in an engaging and descriptive style, Barrington's narrative combines elements of adventure and observation, offering an intimate glimpse into the lives of convicts, native populations, and the harsh realities of maritime life ... Read more

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  • The History of New South Wales

    Exploring the Birth of a Nation: Colonial Australia Through Convict Eyes

    In "The History of New South Wales," George Barrington presents a compelling narrative of the early colonial experience in Australia, deftly blending personal observations with broader historical accounts. As a former convict turned author, Barrington'Äôs prose is characterized by a vivid and engaging style that captures the complexities of frontier life, indigenous interactions, and the ... Read more

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  • A Voyage to Botany Bay

    In "A Voyage to Botany Bay," George Barrington presents a compelling narrative of his adventurous journey to Australia, interwoven with vivid descriptions of the landscapes, flora, and fauna encountered along the way. Written in the late 18th century, the book exemplifies the travel literature of its time, characterized by a blend of personal memoir, social commentary, and ethnographic observation ... Read more

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  • A Voyage to Botany Bay

    Enriched edition. Journey Through British Penal System: A Convict's Voyage to Botany Bay

    In "A Voyage to Botany Bay," George Barrington crafts a remarkable narrative that intricately weaves his experiences as a convict transported to Australia with vivid descriptions of the landscapes, social dynamics, and cultural encounters of the time. Written in a lively yet reflective prose style, the work elucidates the harsh realities of penal transportation while also capturing the spirit of ... Read more

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  • Chronicles of the New World – 8 Classic Colonial Adventure Novels

    Enriched edition. Westward Ho!, A Voyage to Botany Bay, The Cannibal Islands, A Roving Commission, Through the Desert

    Chronicles of the New World – 8 Classic Colonial Adventure Novels presents an intriguing exploration of colonial escapades defined by the spirited narratives of the 19th and early 20th centuries. This meticulously curated collection showcases a diverse tapestry of adventurous tales traversing the uncharted landscapes of the New World. Within these pages dwell tales of conquest, survival, and ... Read more

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    Texts by Captain Bligh, Sir John Farrow, and Rosalind Amelia Young

    The Mutiny of the Bounty is one of the most famous stories in maritime history that has been told in countless books and motion pictures. It describes the arduous voyage of the H.M.S. Bounty, under the harsh rule of the strict Captain Bligh, and the eventual mutiny of much of the crew led by the Mutineer Fletcher Christian. Less well-known is the incredible survival story of how Captain Bligh and ... Read more

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  • Explorations in Australia [Illustrated]

    1. EXPLORATIONS IN SEARCH OF DR. LEICHARDT AND PARTY. 2. FROM PERTH TO ADELAIDE, AROUND THE GREAT AUSTRALIAN BIGHT. 3. FROM CHAMPION BAY, ACROSS THE DESERT TO THE TELEGRAPH AND TO ADELAIDE. WITH AN APPENDIX ON THE CONDITION OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA.

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  • A Narrative of the Expedition to Botany-Bay

    Enriched edition. An Insightful Account of Early Australian Colonization and Cultural Encounters

    In "A Narrative of the Expedition to Botany-Bay," Watkin Tench presents a compelling first-hand account of the First Fleet's journey to Australia, combining meticulous observation with a narrative style that is both engaging and reflective. Tench's work delves into the experiences of convicts and officers alike, juxtaposing the harsh realities of life during the 18th century with the burgeoning ... Read more

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  • The Life of Captain James Cook the Circumnavigator

    by Arthur Kitson ...
    The book outlines Cook’s early life, highlighting his humble beginnings in a farming family in Yorkshire. Kitson then delves into Cook’s rise through the ranks of the Royal Navy, which led to his pivotal role in three major voyages of exploration. His meticulous mapping of previously unknown territories like New Zealand, Australia, and the Pacific Islands is thoroughly detailed, reflecting the ... Read more

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  • An Account of The English Colony in New South Wales, Complete

    by David Collins ...
    The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic, ... Read more

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  • The Last of the Tasmanians: Or, The Black War of Van Diemen's Land

    by James Bonwick ...
    "The worst days of the Conquistadors lack the dastardly and disgraceful cruelty which renders those of the 'Black War' horrible and humiliating to the reader." - Contemporary Review, 1870"Every one must recognise the immense service Bonwick has done in preserving so much that would otherwise have been irretrievably lost." - Royal Society of Tasmania, 1902Having lived in Tasmania for 8 years as a ... Read more

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