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First impressions : the British discovery of Australia

by Margaret Steven

This study examines European exploration of the Pacific from 1520 to 1820, focusing on the Endeavour voyage, the First Fleet, and early colonial settlement. It also analyses maritime scientific records and the involvement of the Royal Society.

Accession 29770 ISBN 0565010239 Publisher British Museum
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