John Howard Angas: Pioneer, Pastoralist, Politician And Philanthropist (1905) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164920939)

John Howard Angas: Pioneer, Pastoralist, Politician And Philanthropist (1905) is a biography written by Henry Thomas Burgess. The book chronicles the life and achievements of John Howard Angas, a prominent figure in South Australian history. Angas was a pioneer who helped establish the colony of South Australia, a successful pastoralist who owned vast tracts of land, a politician who served as a member of parliament, and a philanthropist who supported various charitable causes. The book delves into Angas's early life, his family background, and his education. It also covers his journey to South Australia and his involvement in the development of the colony, including his role in establishing the South Australian Company. The book explores Angas's success as a pastoralist, his involvement in politics, and his contributions to social causes, including his support for the establishment of the University of Adelaide. Burgess's biography provides a detailed account of Angas's life, drawing on a range of sources, including personal letters, diaries, and official records. The book also includes photographs and illustrations that help bring Angas's story to life. Overall, John Howard Angas: Pioneer, Pastoralist, Politician And Philanthropist (1905) is an insightful and informative biography that sheds light on the life of one of South Australia's most important historical figures.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: Henry Thomas Burgess
ISBN-10: 1164920936
ISBN-13: 9781164920939
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 340
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.71d