Journal of an Expedition into the Interior of Tropical Australia, in Search of…
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| Author | Mitchell, T. L. (Thomas Livingstone), 1792-1855 |
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| Title | Journal of an Expedition into the Interior of Tropical Australia, in Search of a Route from Sydney to the Gulf of Carpentaria (1848) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Col Choat |
| Summary | "Journal of an Expedition into the Interior of Tropical Australia" by Lt. Col. Sir Thomas Livingstone Mitchell is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work chronicles an exploration mission undertaken primarily to establish a route from Sydney to the Gulf of Carpentaria, offering insight into the Australian landscape, Indigenous interactions, and the challenges faced during the expedition. The author, an experienced surveyor-general, details his observations on geography, flora, fauna, and the socio-economic conditions of both the settlers and Aboriginal peoples they encountered. The opening of the journal sets the stage for the venture, revealing the expedition's objectives, which combine the pursuit of geographic knowledge with practical goals concerning trade and communication. It discusses the challenges of embarking on such a journey, including logistical delays, adverse weather conditions, and the crucial need for water in the harsh Australian outback. Mitchell introduces key members of his party, describes initial encounters with Indigenous Australians, and highlights the struggles connected to both the environment and interpersonal relationships as they navigate through the frequently desolate landscapes. As the journey progresses, a vivid picture of the expedition's hardships emerges, making it clear that the experience is marked by both scientific curiosity and the often stark realities of exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | New South Wales -- Discovery and exploration |
| Subject | Queensland -- Discovery and exploration |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 9943 |
| Release Date | Aug 28, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 165 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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