| Author |
Johnston, Harry, 1858-1927 |
| Illustrator |
Ball, Alec |
| Title |
Pioneers in Australasia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Janet Kegg and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Pioneers in Australasia" by Harry Johnston is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the adventures and explorations that led to the British domination of Australasia, providing insights into the interactions between European explorers and the indigenous populations. Its narrative promises to illuminate the bravery and discoveries that characterized the early contact between different cultures in this region. The opening of the book sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of Australasia, highlighting its diverse geography and the various human inhabitants that have shaped its history. Johnston introduces the concept of "Australasia" as a collection of islands and territories, emphasizing the remarkable journeys of European pioneers who ventured into uncharted waters often under perilous conditions. He discusses the significant dangers faced by these explorers, including scurvy, cannibalism, and hostility from native peoples, while also touching upon the geography, flora, and fauna that they encountered throughout their expeditions. The narrative prepares the reader for a deeper exploration of the themes of exploration, colonization, and cultural exchange that will be examined in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas)
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| Subject |
Australasia -- Discovery and exploration
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| Subject |
Explorers -- Australasia
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| Subject |
Australasia -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
48634 |
| Release Date |
Apr 4, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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