A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson

"A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson" by Watkin Tench offers a comprehensive and firsthand narrative of the establishment and early years of the British colony at Port Jackson, Australia. Written by Tench, a British marine officer and chronicler, the book provides a detailed exploration of the challenges, successes, and daily life experiences of the early settlers in the late 18th century. With vivid descriptions and keen observations, Tench recounts the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788, interactions with Indigenous peoples, the struggles of survival in the harsh environment, and the development of the colony's infrastructure and governance. Tench's account provides valuable insights into the social, cultural, and historical dynamics of the early colonial period in Australia, offering readers a compelling and authoritative perspective on the Port Jackson settlement's formative years.

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Release date

E-bog: 2. november 2023