The New Colony of Victoria, Formerly Port Phillip: Together with Some Account of the Other Australian Colonies (1851) - Hardcover

The New Colony of Victoria, Formerly Port Phillip: Together with Some Account of the Other Australian Colonies is a historical book written by John Fitzgerald Leslie Foster in 1851. The book provides a comprehensive account of the establishment and development of the colony of Victoria, which was formerly known as Port Phillip. The author also includes a detailed description of the other Australian colonies, including New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia, and Tasmania.The book offers a fascinating insight into the early days of the colony of Victoria, including its geography, climate, natural resources, and early settlement. The author also explores the political, social, and economic conditions of the colony, including the impact of the gold rush on the region's development.Throughout the book, Foster draws on his extensive knowledge of the region to provide a detailed and engaging account of the early history of Victoria and the other Australian colonies. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Australian history or the early days of colonial settlement in the region.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.