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Journals of Expeditions of Discovery into Central Australia and Overland from Adelaide to King George's Sound in the Years 1840-1: Sent By the Colonists of South Australia, with the Sanction and Support of the Government: Including an Account of the Manners and Customs of the Aborigines and the State of Their Relations with Europeans — Complete

By Edward John Eyre

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Embark on a journey across the Australian continent, where untamed landscapes and encounters with Aboriginal peoples reveal a story of discovery, survival, and the clash of civilizations.

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2004-03-01
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"Journals of Expeditions of Discovery into Central Australia and Overland from Adelaide to King George's Sound" by Edward John Eyre is a tale of Australian exploration during the 1840s. Eyre recounts his ambitious expeditions across the continent, painting vivid pictures of the landscape and the unique wildlife encountered. Beyond the natural wonders, the book explores the complex relationship between European colonists and the Aboriginal peoples, capturing their customs and interactions. As a leader, Eyre's narrative showcases both the triumphs and tribulations faced, while also reflecting on the profound impact of colonization on native cultures, driven by ambition, support from colonists and the government.

About the Author

Edward John Eyre was an English land explorer of the Australian continent, colonial administrator, Lieutenant-Governor of New Zealand's New Munster province, and Governor of Jamaica.

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