Publisher's Synopsis
""Knocking About: Being Some Adventures Of Augustus Baker Peirce In Australia"" is a memoir written by Augustus Baker Peirce about his experiences in Australia. Peirce, an American, traveled to Australia in the mid-19th century and spent several years exploring the country. The book is a collection of his adventures, including his encounters with indigenous Australians, his travels through the outback, and his experiences with the gold rush. Peirce's writing is vivid and engaging, and he provides a unique perspective on Australia during this period. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the history of Australia and a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing or Australian history.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.
