Publisher's Synopsis
""A Short History of Australia"" is a comprehensive account of the history of Australia, written by the renowned Australian historian, Ernest Scott. The book covers the period from the arrival of the first European explorers in the late 18th century to the present day. It traces the development of Australia from a British penal colony to a modern, multicultural nation. The book covers key events such as the gold rush, Federation, World War I and II, and the emergence of the modern Australian state. It also explores the social, cultural, and economic changes that have shaped Australia over the years. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all backgrounds. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Australia and its people.The first phase of warfare in which Australian military forces were occupied was in beating off a Turkish attack upon the Suez Canal in February 1915. Turkey entered the war as an ally of the Germanic powers in the previous October, against the wishes of the Sultan and the Grand Vizier, whose hands were forced by a military party led by Enver Bey, who was manipulated by German officers. The objects of the Turkish move against the Suez Canal were, first, to deprive Great Britain of one of her most important maritime routes, and secondly to stimulate a Moslem rising in Egypt.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.
