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Memoirs Of Gold-digging In Australia by Seweryn Korzelinski, Australian History
By Seweryn Korzelinski
1979 • Hardcover • University of Queensland Press
Description
Title: Memoirs Of Gold-digging In Australia
Author/Publisher: Seweryn Korzelinski (University of Queensland Press)
Publication Year: 1979
Format: Hardcover, Illustrated
Ex-Library Book: This book is an ex-library book. As shown in the photos, there is some remnants of this. Where possible the library barcodes, contact covering, RFID label and paperwork are removed from our books, however if we feel it will damage the book, we will keep it in place.
Synopsis
Published by the University of Queensland Press in 1979, *Memoirs Of Gold-digging In Australia* presents a vivid and historically significant first-hand account of one of the most formative periods in Australian history. This compelling non-fiction work chronicles the experiences of Seweryn Korzelinski during the mid-19th century gold rush.
Authored by a Polish immigrant, this memoir offers a uniquely personal and often overlooked European perspective on the challenges and daily life encountered by the thousands who flocked to Australia's goldfields. It is a vital contribution to Australian history, providing rich biographical detail and true stories from the heart of the gold rush.
- A European's Perspective: Korzelinski's compelling narrative stands out for its unique viewpoint, presenting the Australian gold rush through the eyes of a Polish immigrant. This provides a distinctive non-Anglo account of the arduous journey and the realities faced by diverse communities on the remote diggings.
- Life on the Goldfields: The memoir vividly details the harsh and often precarious existence of gold-diggers, chronicling their daily routines, the camaraderie and conflicts, and the relentless pursuit of fortune amidst the untamed Australian landscape of the mid-19th century.
- Illustrated Historical Record: This edition is enhanced with illustrations that bring to life the vibrant, chaotic, and often brutal scenes of Australia's gold rush era, offering visual context to Korzelinski's deeply personal and historically valuable narrative.
As a compelling first-hand account, *Memoirs Of Gold-digging In Australia* stands as an invaluable primary source for understanding one of Australia's most transformative historical periods. It is essential reading for anyone interested in Australian colonial history, the gold rush, and the diverse experiences of its early settlers.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Good |
| Publisher | University of Queensland Press |
| Year | 1979 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Genre | Biographies & True Stories |
| Topic | Australian History |
| Signed | No |
| Vintage | No |
| Features | Dust Jacket, Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Memoirs Of Gold-digging In Australia |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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