Two Voyages to New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land by Thomas Reid
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| Author | Reid, Thomas, 1791-1825 |
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| LoC No. | 10032202 |
| Title | Two Voyages to New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land |
| Note | Reading ease score: 47.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Two Voyages to New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land" by Thomas Reid is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book details Reid's experiences as a surgeon and superintendent on convict ships transporting prisoners to the Australian colonies, reflecting on the conditions of convicts and the broader societal implications of transportation as a punishment. It offers insights into the management and treatment of male and female convicts during their journeys, as well as the social issues surrounding crime and rehabilitation. At the start of the narrative, Reid introduces his motivations for undertaking the voyages and acknowledges the poor public perception of convicts, which has led to an inadequate understanding of their needs and potential for reform. He provides an overview of the system of transportation, addressing how convicts are treated during their time on board the ships and documenting the harsh realities faced by both male and female prisoners. Reid is keenly aware of the difficulties in managing the convicts, and he outlines his attempts to introduce a more humane approach consistent with moral instruction and religious reflection, aiming to improve their behavior and foster hope for their future reintegration into society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare |
| Subject | Exiles -- Australia -- New South Wales |
| Subject | Exiles -- Australia -- Tasmania |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53643 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 58 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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