Publisher's Synopsis
""A Letter to Earl Bathurst, Secretary of State for the Colonial Department on the Condition of the Colonies in New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land"" is a historical document written by Henry Grey Bennet in 1820. The book is a detailed account of the state of the British colonies in Australia at the time, including New South Wales and Van Diemen's Land (now known as Tasmania).Bennet was a British politician and lawyer who was concerned about the conditions in the colonies, particularly the treatment of convicts and the impact of colonization on the Indigenous peoples. In his letter to Bathurst, he provides a thorough analysis of the social, economic, and political conditions in the colonies, and offers recommendations for improvements.The book is an important primary source for understanding the early years of British colonization in Australia, and sheds light on the perspectives of British officials and politicians at the time. It provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by the colonies, including issues of governance, land ownership, and relations with Indigenous peoples.Overall, ""A Letter to Earl Bathurst"" is a significant historical document that offers a unique perspective on the early years of British colonization in Australia, and provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by the colonies at the time.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.
