Battling For Gold: Or Stirring Incidents Of Goldfield's Life In West Australia

By John Marshall

Book Overview

Battling For Gold: Or Stirring Incidents Of Goldfield�������s Life In West Australia is a book written by John Marshall, chronicling the experiences of gold miners in Western Australia during the late 19th century. The book is a fascinating account of the hardships and struggles faced by miners during the gold rush era, and provides a vivid picture of life in the goldfields.Marshall's writing is engaging and descriptive, painting a vivid picture of the characters and events he describes. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of life in the goldfields, from the initial discovery of gold to the daily routines of the miners and the conflicts that arose between them.Throughout the book, Marshall provides a detailed account of the challenges faced by the miners, including the harsh living conditions, the dangers of mining, and the constant threat of violence from rival groups. He also explores the social and economic aspects of life in the goldfields, including the role of women and the impact of the gold rush on the wider community.Overall, Battling For Gold: Or Stirring Incidents Of Goldfield�������s Life In West Australia is a fascinating and informative read, providing a unique insight into the lives of gold miners during a pivotal period in Western Australian history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432542443
• ISBN13: 9781432542443
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"