Australia And Its Gold Fields

Australia And Its Gold Fields: A Historical Sketch Of The Progress Of The Australian Colonies, From The Earliest Times To The Present Day is a book written by Edward Hammond Hargraves in 1855. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the Australian colonies, from their earliest beginnings to the present day. The book focuses on the discovery of gold in Australia and the impact it had on the development of the colonies. Hargraves, who is credited with discovering gold in New South Wales, provides a detailed account of the gold rush and its effects on the economy, society, and culture of Australia. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Australian history. The first chapter provides an overview of the early history of the colonies, including the arrival of the first settlers and the establishment of the first settlements. The subsequent chapters focus on the discovery of gold and the ensuing gold rush, which transformed the Australian economy and society. Hargraves describes the various gold fields that were discovered and the impact they had on the local communities. The book also covers the political and social developments that took place during this period, including the establishment of democratic institutions and the growth of the labor movement. Hargraves provides a detailed account of the struggles and achievements of the early pioneers who helped shape the modern Australian nation. Overall, Australia And Its Gold Fields is a fascinating historical account of the development of the Australian colonies and the impact of the gold rush on the nation's history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Australian history or the history of gold mining.With A Particular Account Of The Recent Gold Discoveries, And Observations On The Present Aspect Of The Land Question. To Which Are Added Notices On The Use And Working Of Gold In Ancient And Modern Times, And An Examination Of The Theories As To The Sources Of Gold.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.