Description

My Home in Tasmania: Or Nine Years in Australia is a memoir written by Louisa Anne Meredith in 1853. The book chronicles her experiences living in Tasmania, Australia for nine years with her husband, Charles Meredith, who was a colonial official. Meredith provides a vivid account of the natural environment, flora and fauna, and the daily life of the people she encountered during her time in Tasmania. She also reflects on the social and political climate of the colony, including the treatment of the Aboriginal population and the impact of colonialism on the land.Throughout the book, Meredith's writing is characterized by her keen observations, poetic descriptions, and her deep love for the natural world. She also includes illustrations and sketches of the landscapes, plants, and animals she encountered during her time in Tasmania.My Home in Tasmania: Or Nine Years in Australia is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the experiences of a colonial woman in the 19th century, as well as a unique perspective on the early history of Tasmania.This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.