Publisher's Synopsis
The Queen of the Colonies: Or Queensland As I Knew It is a book written by an Eight Years' Resident in 1876. The book provides a complete description of the Australian state of Queensland as it was known at the time. The author, who lived in Queensland for eight years, offers a firsthand account of the state's history, geography, climate, flora, fauna, and people. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the state's major cities, including Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland. The author provides insights into the state's economy, educational system, and social customs. The Queen of the Colonies is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Queensland, Australia.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.