How Australians Won Their Freedom 1788–1860: Australian Liberalism

This book tells the story of how Australians won their freedom, from the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788 to the granting of responsible government in 1860. It is a story of struggle and sacrifice, but also of achievement and progress.

The Land of Dreams: How Australians Won Their Freedom, 1788–1860 (Australian Liberalism Book 1)

by Francis S. Barry

4.5 out of 5

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The book explores the key ideas and events that shaped Australian liberalism, and the role that ordinary Australians played in winning their freedom. These include the struggle for land rights, the Eureka Stockade rebellion, the gold rushes, the transportation of convicts, the granting of women's rights, and the rise of the labor movement.

How Australians Won Their Freedom is a fascinating and important book that sheds new light on the history of Australian democracy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Australian history, politics, or law.

Table of Contents

1. The First Fleet and the Founding of Australia
2. The Convict System and the Struggle for Land Rights
3. The Eureka Stockade Rebellion
4. The Gold Rushes and the Rise of Democracy
5. The Transportation of Convicts
6. The Granting of Women's Rights
7. The Rise of the Labor Movement
8. The Road to Responsible Government

Reviews

"How Australians Won Their Freedom is a magisterial work of scholarship that will be the definitive account of Australian liberalism for many years to come. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Australian history, politics, or law."—Professor John Hirst, author of The Shortest History of Australia

"This book is a triumph. It is a comprehensive, well-written, and deeply researched account of the struggle for freedom in Australia. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the history of Australian democracy."—Dr. Judith Brett, author of The Enigmatic Mr. Deakin

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* **Photo of the First Fleet arriving in Sydney Cove:** Australians arriving in Australia * **Photo of the Eureka Stockade rebellion:** Australian miners protesting for their rights * **Photo of a gold miner:** Australian gold miners seeking their fortune * **Photo of a convict being transported to Australia:** Australian convicts being transported to Australia * **Photo of a woman voting in Australia:** Australian women voting for the first time * **Photo of a union meeting in Australia:** Australian union members fighting for their rights

The Land of Dreams: How Australians Won Their Freedom, 1788–1860 (Australian Liberalism Book 1)

by Francis S. Barry

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8556 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	774 pages

FREE