Australias West
Australia's West: A History by Richard Woldendorp
Australia's West: A History is a comprehensive and authoritative account of the history of Western Australia, from its earliest Indigenous inhabitants to the present day. Written by one of Australia's leading historians, Richard Woldendorp, the book provides a detailed and engaging account of the region's political, economic, social, and cultural development.
The book begins with the arrival of the first Indigenous Australians in the region over 50,000 years ago. It then traces the history of European exploration and settlement, from the early Dutch voyages of the 17th century to the establishment of the Swan River Colony in 1829. Woldendorp also examines the impact of the gold rushes of the 19th century, the development of the region's agricultural and mining industries, and the growth of Perth as a major city.
In addition to its political and economic history, Australia's West also explores the region's social and cultural development. Woldendorp examines the changing nature of Indigenous-settler relations, the development of education and health services, and the emergence of a distinct Western Australian identity. He also discusses the region's rich cultural heritage, including its Aboriginal art, music, and literature.
Australia's West is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Western Australia. It is a comprehensive and well-written account of the region's development, from its earliest Indigenous inhabitants to the present day.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive and authoritative account of the history of Western Australia
- Written by one of Australia's leading historians
- Detailed and engaging narrative
- Covers all aspects of the region's political, economic, social, and cultural development
- Essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Western Australia
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