Australian Frontier Wars, 1788-1838 |
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Author:
| Connor, John |
ISBN: | 978-0-86840-756-2 |
Publication Date: | Jun 2002 |
Publisher: | NewSouth Publishing
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Imprint: | UNSW Press |
Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | AUD $39.95 |
Book Description:
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From the Swan River to the Hawkesbury, and from the sticky Arnhem Land mangrove to the soft green hills of Tasmania, this book describes the major conflicts fought on the Australian frontier to 1838. Based on extensive research and using overseas frontier wars to add perspective to the Australian experience, 'The Australian Frontier Wars 1788 - 1838' will change our view of Australian history forever.
From the Swan River to the Hawkesbury, and from the sticky Arnhem Land mangrove to the soft green hills of Tasmania, this book describes the major conflicts fought on the Australian frontier to 1838. Based on extensive research and using overseas frontier wars to add perspective to the Australian experience, 'The Australian Frontier Wars 1788 - 1838' will change our view of Australian history forever.