The Land Of Promise

The Land of Promise: Or My Impressions of Australia is a book written by William Shaw in 1854. The book is a detailed account of Shaw's travels and experiences in Australia, a country that was then a British colony. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Australian life and culture. Shaw begins by describing his journey to Australia, which took several months by ship. He then provides a detailed description of the landscape, flora, and fauna of the country, including its unique wildlife such as kangaroos and koalas. The author also provides an overview of the history of the country, including the impact of British colonization on the indigenous population. He describes the social and economic conditions of the country, including the gold rush that was taking place at the time. Shaw also provides his impressions of the people he met in Australia, including both the British colonizers and the indigenous population. He describes their customs, traditions, and ways of life. Overall, The Land of Promise provides a fascinating insight into Australia in the mid-19th century, as seen through the eyes of a British traveler. It is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the country's history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain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.