Secondhand. Very good condition. Minor wear to book corners and edges. Foxing to top foredge. Dust jacket has light creasing to edges. Stain to spine tail. Enclosed in protective cover. Interior and binding are still very good.
This book outlines European exploration of the western coast of Australia since the early 17th century, with a particular focus on the area surrounding the Swan River.
The purpose of James Stirling's 1827 visit is analysed in detail, as is the initial criticism of his report by British officials and Stirling's extraordinary conversion of these officials, which led to the establishment of the Swan River Colony.




