Publisher's Synopsis
A First Fleet Family: A Hitherto Unpublished Narrative Of Certain Remarkable Adventures Compiled From The Papers Of Sergeant William Dew Of The Marines (1896) is a historical book written by Louis Becke. The book is based on the unpublished papers of Sergeant William Dew of the Marines, who was a part of the First Fleet that sailed from England to Australia in 1787. The book provides a detailed account of the journey, the conditions on board the ships, and the challenges faced by the crew and passengers. It also includes information about the establishment of the first colony in Australia and the interactions between the settlers and the indigenous people. The narrative is told through the eyes of Sergeant Dew and his family, providing a unique perspective on the historical events. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Australia and the First Fleet.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.
