Publisher's Synopsis
Australasiatic Reminiscences of Twenty-Three Years' Wanderings in Tasmania and the Australias is a travelogue written by Daniel Bunce in 1857. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences during his travels in Australia and Tasmania. Bunce provides a comprehensive description of the landscapes, people, flora, and fauna he encountered during his journeys.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers Bunce's travels in Tasmania, where he spent several years exploring the island's rugged terrain and observing its unique wildlife. He also provides insights into the lives of the indigenous people of Tasmania, who were largely displaced by European settlers.The second part of the book covers Bunce's travels in mainland Australia, where he accompanied the renowned explorer Dr. Leichhardt on several expeditions into the country's tropical north. Bunce provides a vivid account of the hardships and dangers encountered during these expeditions, including attacks by hostile indigenous tribes and encounters with dangerous wildlife.Throughout the book, Bunce provides a detailed and engaging account of his experiences, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of Australia and Tasmania during the mid-19th century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Australia, travel writing, or exploration.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.
