The French Explorers and the Aboriginal Australians 1772-1839
Author | : Colin L. Dyer |
Publisher | : Univ. of Queensland Press |
Total Pages | : 274 |
Release | : 2005 |
ISBN-10 | : 0702235121 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780702235122 |
Rating | : 4/5 (21 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The French Explorers and the Aboriginal Australians 1772-1839 by : Colin L. Dyer
Download or read book The French Explorers and the Aboriginal Australians 1772-1839 written by Colin L. Dyer and published by Univ. of Queensland Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Opens a fascinating window - and a fresh perspective - on the early European exploration of Australia. These French explorers and scientists kept journals, many of which, until very recently, remained obscure and untranslated. Their cultural insights are invaluable, sometimes shocking and always engaging.