Letters from Australia by John Martineau
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"Letters from Australia" by John Martineau is a collection of personal letters written in the late 19th century, specifically in the year 1867. This work reflects the author's observations and experiences during his time in various Australian colonies, capturing the essence of life, politics, and societal dynamics of the time. Martineau's letters illuminate significant aspects of colonial life, exploring themes such as the impact of democracy, the effects of the gold rush,
and the contrasts between English and Australian cultures. The beginning of the work introduces Martineau's perspective on his voyage to Australia, detailing the tedium and challenges of being at sea for an extended period. He sets the scene with vivid descriptions of the ship's environment, the passengers onboard, and the initial excitement mixed with discomfort associated with such a long journey. As he nears Australia, he reflects on the sights encountered and the anticipation of landing in a new land. Martineau's letters hint at a broader examination of Australian life, as he plans to explore the political and social situations in colonies like Victoria and Tasmania, providing a snapshot of the colonial experience during a transformative era marked by migration and economic opportunities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Martineau, John, 1834-1910 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 04029575 |
| Title | Letters from Australia |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Longmans, Green, and Co.,1869. |
| Credits | MWS, Quentin Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | Australia -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67536 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-67536-7 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 291 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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