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1896 A First Fleet Family by Louis Becke Antique Australian History Book

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1896 A First Fleet Family by Louis Becke Antique Australian History Book

A First Fleet Family - A Hitherto Unpublished Narrative Of Certain Remarkable Adventures Compiled From The Papers Of Sargeant William Dew Of The Marines.
By Louis Becke and Walter Jeffery
Colonial Edition
Published by T. Fisher Unwin: London 1896
Includes Folding Map Frontis

"A First Fleet Family: A Hitherto Unpublished Narrative of Certain Remarkable Adventures Compiled from the Papers of Sergeant William Dew of the Marines, by Louis Becke and Walter Jeffery, published by T. Fisher Unwin in 1896, is a historical narrative drawing upon the supposed papers and reminiscences of Sergeant William Dew, a marine who arrived in Australia with the First Fleet in 1788. The book presents a vivid fictionalised memoir of early colonial life, blending historical events with adventurous storytelling. Through Dew's experiences, the narrative offers readers a perspective on the founding of the British penal colony at Port Jackson and the uncertain early years of European settlement in Australia.

The story follows Dew's life before, during, and after the voyage to New South Wales, recounting his service with the Marines, encounters with convicts and settlers, and the hardships faced in the fledgling colony. As the narrative unfolds, it broadens into a sweeping tale of exploration, survival, and colonial expansion, touching on voyages across the Pacific and Indian Oceans and describing the social and geographical realities of the late eighteenth-century world. The authors—Louis Becke, well known for his Pacific adventure tales, and Walter Jeffery—combine historical detail with dramatic narrative to evoke the atmosphere of maritime adventure and colonial frontier life.

Issued as part of Unwin's Colonial Library series, this edition includes a striking folding map frontispiece showing the track of early voyages and charts of the eastern coast of New Holland, adding historical context to the narrative. The work stands as an engaging blend of historical fiction and colonial romance, reflecting late Victorian fascination with the origins of Australia and the exploits of its earliest European inhabitants. It would appeal to collectors of Australian colonial history, First Fleet material, and readers interested in historical adventure literature of the late nineteenth century."

Light wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Foxing present to prelims with majority of book clean. Foldout map present. A nice copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 19cm x 13cm x 3cm - 271 Pages

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Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["Original Cloth Bindings", "Frontis", "Foldout Map"]
Region: Australia, Oceania
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Foxing present to prelims with majority of book clean. Foldout map present. A nice copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Louis Becke and Walter Jeffery
Publisher: T. Fisher Unwin: London
Year Printed: 1896
Sub-subject: Australian Colonial History