The Discovery And Settlement Of Port Mackay, Queensland (1908)

The Discovery and Settlement of Port Mackay, Queensland is a historical account of the early days of the Australian city of Mackay. Written by Henry Ling Roth and originally published in 1908, the book chronicles the region's discovery and colonization by European explorers and settlers.Roth begins with a detailed overview of the geography and natural resources of the area, including its rivers, mountains, and abundant flora and fauna. He then delves into the history of the region, tracing the arrival of the first European explorers in the 17th century and the subsequent establishment of the Mackay region as a hub for sugar cane production.The book provides a richly detailed account of the early settlers and their struggles to establish a viable community in the harsh Australian landscape. Roth also explores the role of indigenous peoples in the region, detailing their interactions with the European settlers and the impact of colonization on their way of life.Throughout the book, Roth draws on a wide range of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and official documents, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced account of the early history of Mackay. The Discovery and Settlement of Port Mackay, Queensland is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Australia, and a fascinating glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of early European settlement in the region.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.