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The Condition And Capabilities Of Van Diemen's Land, As A Place Of Emigration: Being The Practical Experience Of Nearly Ten Years' Residence In The Co

The Condition And Capabilities Of Van Diemen's Land, As A Place Of Emigration: Being The Practical Experience Of Nearly Ten Years' Residence In The Co

Dixon, John

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ISBN10: 1165526778
ISBN13: 9781165526772
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 98
Weight: 0.31
Height: 0.20 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book The Condition and Capabilities of Van Diemen's Land, as a Place of Emigration: Being the Practical Experience of Nearly Ten Years' Residence in the Colony was written by John Dixon and published in 1839. The book provides a detailed account of the state of Van Diemen's Land (now known as Tasmania) as a potential destination for emigrants during the early 19th century. Dixon draws on his own experiences of living in the colony for almost a decade, providing insight into the social, economic, and political conditions of the time. He discusses the climate, the landscape, and the natural resources of the region, as well as the opportunities available for those looking to start a new life in Van Diemen's Land. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of the colony, the state of agriculture and industry, the treatment of convicts, and the prospects for trade and commerce. Dixon also provides advice for those considering emigrating to Van Diemen's Land, offering practical guidance on everything from travel arrangements to finding a place to live. Overall, The Condition and Capabilities of Van Diemen's Land is a comprehensive and informative guide to the colony during the early 19th century, providing valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by those who chose to make a new life in this remote corner of the world.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.

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