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1788

by Watkin Tench

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Tench, a humble captain-lieutenant of the marines, arrived on the First Fleet, and with his characteristic understanding, humanity and eye for detail, recorded the first four years of European settlement. A classic, lovingly edited by Tim Flannery, author of the bestselling The Future Eaters, Throwim Way Leg and The Weather Makers.

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Two classic tales of Australian exploration : 1788 by Watkin Tench and Life and Adventures by John Nicol by Watkin Tench

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Original publication date: 1789 and 1793
Important places: Australia; New South Wales, Australia

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Languages: English
Media: Paper, Audiobook, Ebook
ISBNs: 12
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Published: 1789
Genres: History, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction, Biography & Memoir, Travel
DDC/MDS: 994.402
LCC: DU160 .T27

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