Publisher's Synopsis
""The New Colony of Victoria, Formerly Port Phillip: Together with Some Account of the Other Australian Colonies"" is a historical book written by John Fitzgerald Leslie Foster in 1851. The book provides a detailed account of the establishment and development of the colony of Victoria, which was formerly known as Port Phillip. It also sheds light on the other Australian colonies, including New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia, and Tasmania. The book covers a range of topics, including the early exploration of the region, the arrival of the first settlers, the growth of the colony's economy, and the social and political developments that took place during the early years of the colony's existence. The author also provides insights into the indigenous peoples of the region and their interactions with the European settlers.Overall, ""The New Colony of Victoria, Formerly Port Phillip"" is a fascinating historical account that offers valuable insights into the early days of Australian colonial history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Australian history, colonialism, and the development of modern Australia.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.
