Remarks On A Passage To Botany Bay 1787 - 1792 - A First Fleet Journal
By James Scott (Sergeant Of Marines)
Published by Angus And Robertson: Sydney 1963
With Original Dustjacket
"Remarks On A Passage To Botany Bay 1787-1792 is the firsthand journal of James Scott, a sergeant of Marines aboard the First Fleet. This vivid account chronicles the harrowing voyage from England to the newly established penal colony at Botany Bay, providing rare insight into life at sea, the challenges faced during the voyage, and the interactions with both convicts and officers. Scott's observations offer a meticulous record of daily routines, incidents aboard ship, and the unique social hierarchy and discipline maintained on the fleet, making this work a crucial source for understanding early Australian colonial history.
Published by Angus and Robertson in Sydney in 1963, this edition reproduces Scott's original manuscript in a clear, readable format, preserving the integrity of the First Fleet journal. The book includes facsimiles of manuscript pages, offering readers a direct connection to the historical documents. With its original dustjacket, this copy retains its collectible appeal and presentation quality, making it both a scholarly resource and a display-worthy piece for collectors of Australian maritime or colonial history.
A rare surviving account from a sergeant of the First Fleet, this volume is highly valued by historians, researchers, and collectors alike. It will appeal to enthusiasts of Australian colonial history, maritime exploration, and early penal settlement studies, as well as those seeking authentic firsthand narratives of the First Fleet's formative years."
Light wear to dustjacket protected. Binding is strong, covers are firm and secure. There are no loose pages. No inscriptions. Slight yellowing to some pages otherwise a nice, clean copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Size 29cm x 21cm x 1.5cm - 89 Pages Approx.
