Voyage From Plymouth To Melbourne In 1839 Australian History Book J.B. Were

A Voyage From Plymouth To Melbourne In 1839.

The Shipboard and Early Melbourne Diary of Jonathan Binns Were

Issued To Clients by J.B. Were & Son in April, 1964

"A Voyage from Plymouth to Melbourne in 1839: The Shipboard and Early Melbourne Diary of Jonathan Binns Were offers a rare and personal glimpse into the experiences of an early emigrant to Australia. Compiled from the diary of Jonathan Binns Were, a prominent pioneer and merchant, the book records his journey aboard the William Metcalfe from England to the fledgling settlement of Melbourne. Through daily entries, Were captures the challenges of shipboard life—ranging from cramped conditions and storms to the routines of passengers—as well as his first impressions upon arrival in the Port Phillip District, then a raw and rapidly developing colonial outpost. Published privately by J.B. Were & Son in 1964, this edition preserves not only a significant historical narrative but also a piece of family and business heritage. The diary reflects Were's observant and pragmatic mindset, offering commentary on colonial society, commerce, and the physical landscape of early Melbourne. His writings provide historians and readers with valuable insight into the mindset of a settler who would go on to play a pivotal role in the economic development of Victoria. The book is both a personal memoir and a historical document of Australia's formative years."

Light to covers and spine as shown. Binding is solid with no loose pages. No inscriptions. Pages are clean and well presented. An excellent copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.