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Book Collection Lot of Three Titles on the Gold Rush Days. Book (1) Battlers in the Bush: The Batavia Goldfields of Cape York. Book (2) The Gold Rushes. Book (3) The Victorian Gold Fields 1852-3: An original Album. Extra charges for over-se shipping due the book collection lot is over 500grams. Below is the condition report & synopses of the three titles. Battlers in the Bush: The Batavia Goldfields of Cape York. Book condition is near fine. Ex-library copy with usual marking bar code on the bottom of the spine & security bar code on rear of the back book board. Hard cover. Signed by author. No dust jacket. Spine intact. Book block is clean & unmarked. Book boards are clean & unmarked throughout the book. This a compelling historical account written by Joe Fisher (also credited as William Joseph Fisher). Published in 1998, this 142-page book dives into the rugged and often harsh realities of life on the Batavia goldfields in far north Queensland. Here is what makes it stand out: Historical Depth: It chronicles the lives of miners and settlers who braved the remote Cape York Peninsula in search of fortune during the gold rush era. Genealogical Insights: The book includes genealogical tables, maps, and facsimiles, offering a rich tapestry of personal and regional history. Visuals & Layout: Illustrated with portraits, plans, and historical documents, it brings the goldfield s story to life. Sequel Connection: It s followed by Trials and Triumphs in the Northern Territory and Northern Australia, which expands on the themes of resilience and exploration. If you re into Australian regional history, pioneering tales, or genealogy, this book is a gem. Book (2) The Gold Rushes. Book condition. Ex-library copy. Book boards are clean & unmarked front & back. Book block is clean. Spine intact. Text body clean & unmarked throughout the book. Author W.P. Morrell is a historical account published in 1940 (this edition 1968) that explores the global phenomenon of gold rushes, with a particular focus on their social, economic, and political impacts. Morrell, a respected historian, delves into the transformative effects these events had on frontier societies, migration patterns, and the development of mining communities. Here are a few highlights about the book: Scope: Covers major gold rushes across the world, including those in California, Australia, and South Africa. Themes: Examines the lure of wealth, the hardships faced by miners, and the broader consequences for indigenous populations and colonial expansion. Structure: Includes maps and references at the end of chapters, offering scholarly depth and context. Book (3) The Victorian Gold Fields 1852-3: An original Album. Book condition is near fine. Hard cover. Dust jacket near fine. Spine intact. Text body clean front and back. The Victorian Gold Fields 1852 3: An Original Album is a stunning visual chronicle by artist Samuel Thomas Gill, who captured the raw energy and chaos of the gold rush era in Victoria, Australia. Commissioned by the State Library of Victoria, this collection of watercolours brings to life the diggers, tent cities, and mining techniques of the time with vivid detail and ironic charm. The album was first published in 1982 and includes: 100 pages of full-colour illustrations. A deeply researched introduction by historian Michael Cannon. Scenes depicting licensing, fossicking, sly grog tents, and the multicultural mix of fortune seekers Gill himself didn t strike gold, but his artwork became a cultural treasure. He died destitute, yet his legacy endures through these masterful depictions of one of Australia s most transformative periods. Over-all the three titles are in great order. Remember extra charges for over-sea shipping due to the weight exceed 500grams. See photos for more information. For more information you can contact via e-mail or call mobile.
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