Australia And Its Gold Fields: A Historical Sketch Of The Progress Of The Australian Colonies, From The Earliest Times To The Present Day (1855) (Hardcover)

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 provides a detailed historical account of the development of the Australian colonies, focusing particularly on the discovery and exploitation of gold fields. Hargraves, who is credited with discovering gold in Australia, provides a firsthand account of the gold rush and its impact on the colonies. The book covers the period from the earliest times of the colonies to the present day, providing insights into the social, economic, and political changes that occurred during this time. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the early days of Australia's development and the significant role that gold played in shaping its history. Overall, Australia And Its Gold Fields is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Australia and the gold rush era.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.