Watkin Tench

A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Watkin Tench's 'A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson' is a detailed and insightful exploration of the early days of British colonization in Australia. Written with a keen eye for detail and a journalistic style, Tench provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges and successes faced by the settlers in Port Jackson. His firsthand accounts of interactions with indigenous peoples and the harsh landscape offer a valuable perspective on this historical period. The book is essential reading for anyone interested in early Australian history and colonial literature. Watkin Tench, a British marine officer, was part of the First Fleet that established the settlement at Port Jackson in 1788. His firsthand experiences and observations of the new colony inspired him to write this important historical document. Tench's background in the military and his attention to detail shine through in his writing, making this book a valuable resource for historians and scholars alike. I highly recommend 'A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson' to readers interested in Australian history, colonial studies, and early exploration narratives. Tench's engaging writing style and unique perspective make this book a must-read for those looking to broaden their understanding of the impact of European colonization in the Southern Hemisphere.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: DigiCat
• Seitenzahl: 233
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. August 2022
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547176268
• Artikelnr.: 65260756

Autorenporträt

Watkin Tench, a British marine officer and author, was born around 1758 in Chester, England. An astute observer and an engaging writer, Tench is renowned for his works detailing the settlement of Australia. After joining the Marine Corps, Tench's promising literary talent merged with his naval career, which ultimately led him to be a part of the First Fleet, a historical convoy of ships sent to establish the first European colony in Australia. Among his noteworthy publications, 'A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson' stands out as an indispensable source for understanding the early years of colonization in New South Wales. Published in 1793, his account provides a detailed narrative of the social, environmental, and logistical challenges faced by the fledgling colony from 1788 to 1791. Tench's literary style is characterized by its vivid descriptions, insightful commentary, and humanistic approach to the experiences of both colonists and the indigenous peoples. His writings are not only historically significant, but they also contribute to the literary canon as works of ethnographic observation and early travel literature. Truly, Tench serves as a key historical figure, providing contemporary scholars and enthusiasts with first-hand documentation of a transformative epoch in Australia's genesis.