A Lady's Visit To The Gold Diggings Of Australia In 1852 to 1853 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419101946)

A Lady's Visit To The Gold Diggings Of Australia In 1852 to 1853 is a memoir written by Ellen Clacy, detailing her experiences during her journey to the gold mines of Australia. The book was first published in 1853 and has since become a classic in Australian literature.In the book, Clacy recounts her journey from England to Australia, where she joins her brother who is already mining for gold. She describes the harsh conditions of life in the goldfields, including the extreme heat, the lack of water, and the constant threat of bushfires. Clacy also writes about the rough and rowdy behavior of the miners, including their gambling and drinking habits.Despite the challenges she faced, Clacy remained determined to succeed in the goldfields. She worked alongside her brother and other miners, panning for gold and living in a rough tent. Clacy's account provides a unique perspective on life in the goldfields, as she was one of the few women who ventured into this male-dominated world.Overall, A Lady's Visit To The Gold Diggings Of Australia In 1852 to 1853 is a fascinating and insightful memoir that offers a glimpse into the lives of early Australian gold miners. Clacy's vivid descriptions of the landscape, people, and events of the time make this book a must-read for anyone interested in Australian history.Before commencing an account of our operations at the Eagle Hawk, it will be necessary to write a few words in description of our gold-digging party there; their Christian names will be sufficient distinction, and will leave their incognito undisturbed.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.

Author: Ellen Clacy
ISBN-10: 1419101943
ISBN-13: 9781419101946
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.51lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.27d