The History of Tasmania (Vol. 1&2) (eBook)

Complete Edition

John West (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
839 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654778216-2 (EAN)

Infos

John West's "The History of Tasmania (Vol. 1&2)" serves as a comprehensive chronicle that meticulously navigates the island'Äôs complex past. With a keen eye for detail, West employs an analytical narrative style that weaves historical events, socio-political dynamics, and Indigenous perspectives into a compelling tapestry. His work, pivotal in the genre of Australian historiography, sheds light on Tasmania's colonial history, emphasizing significant episodes such as European settlement and its impact on indigenous populations, while contextualizing them within broader national narratives. John West, a prominent figure in 19th-century Australian literature and journalism, was motivated by his deep-seated interest in preserving the stories of marginalized communities. His experiences as a member of various social reform movements and encounters with Tasmania's indigenous peoples profoundly shaped his worldview. West'Äôs dedication to historical accuracy and moral inquiry reveals his intent to foster a collective memory that honors both colonizer and colonized, urging readers to confront uncomfortable truths about the past. This monumental work is essential for anyone interested in Australian history, providing a critical foundation for understanding Tasmania'Äôs intricate cultural landscape. Scholars, students, and casual readers alike will find West's well-crafted prose to be both enlightening and thought-provoking, making it a vital addition to the library of anyone seeking to unravel the complexities of Tasmania's historical identity.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 18.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte ► Regional- / Ländergeschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century Tasmania • Aboriginal People • Australia Literature • australian authors • Australian history • Australia's colonial past • British colonization • Colonial history analysis • Colonial Literature • convict transportation • Countdown 1945 • Cultural heritage exploration • early settlers • environmental impacts Tasmania • European settlement • exploration narratives • Historical narrative style • historical non-fiction • historical research methodology • Island History • Island of the Lost • John West • napoleonic wars • Penal system • personal anecdotes Tasmania • scholarly resource Australian history • Tasmania constitution • Tasmanian history • Tasmanian indigenous culture • Tasmania travelogue • The Art of War • The Battle of Midway • The Great Influenza • The Immortal Irishman • The Opium War • too much and never enough • Tower of Skulls • Van Diemen's Land • We Band of Angels