Publisher's Synopsis
""Overland From Southampton To Queensland"" is a travelogue written by Matthew Henry Marsh in 1867. The book details Marsh's journey from Southampton, England to the Australian state of Queensland, which he undertook in order to seek his fortune in the goldfields. Marsh describes the various modes of transportation he used, including steamships, trains, and horse-drawn carts, as well as the landscapes and cities he encountered along the way. He also provides insights into the social and economic conditions of the time, including the impact of colonialism on indigenous peoples.Throughout the book, Marsh's writing is marked by a sense of adventure and a fascination with the new and unfamiliar. He recounts his experiences with humor and vivid detail, making ""Overland From Southampton To Queensland"" an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in travel writing or the history of colonial Australia.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.
