Publisher's Synopsis
Australia and Oceania is a historical book written by F.D. Herbertson in 1903. It is a comprehensive account of the geography, culture, history, and politics of the region of Australia and Oceania. The book covers the countries and territories of Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, and other Pacific islands. The author provides detailed information about the geography of the region, including descriptions of landscapes, climate, flora, and fauna. He also covers the history of the region, from the arrival of the first humans to the colonial period and the present day. The book covers the indigenous cultures of the region, including the Aboriginal and Maori cultures, as well as the impact of European colonization on these cultures.In addition, the book covers the political and economic systems of the region, including the colonial governments and the modern-day governments of the independent countries. The author also discusses the role of Australia and New Zealand in the region, including their relationships with other countries and their roles in international politics.Overall, Australia and Oceania is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and geography of this important region of the world.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.