The History of Tasmania , Volume II by John West
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"The History of Tasmania, Volume II" by John West is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume delves into the complex and tumultuous history of Tasmania, focusing particularly on the interactions and conflicts between European settlers and the Aboriginal population. It provides insights into the tragic consequences of colonization and the cultural destruction faced by the Indigenous people. At the start of the volume, West begins by recounting early
European encounters with Tasmania's Aboriginal inhabitants. He describes the observations made by explorers such as Abel Tasman and Captain Cook, who noted the presence of the native population and their way of life. However, as the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that these encounters soon deepened into conflict, marked by violent confrontations and mutual distrust. The opening portions highlight the stark contrast between the initial observations of a peaceful Indigenous society and the resulting violence that would lead to devastating consequences for the Aboriginal people as colonial expansion progressed and resources were depleted. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | West, John, 1809-1873 |
|---|---|
| Title | The History of Tasmania , Volume II |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram, Jane Hyland, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | Tasmania -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 22849 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 12344 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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