DIARY OF A WELSH SWAGMAN 1869-1894. Abridged and notated by William Evans.
1975 1st edition. Large 8vo (186 x 249mm). Ppxx,216,ill. B/w frontispiece photograph, illustrations, yellow map end-papers. Cream boards, spine titled in olive green.
A transcript of diaries which were found in the attic of a Cardiganshire farmhouse, having lain undisturbed for over 70 years. They provide a fascinating insight in to the life of Joseph Jenkins, who emigrated to Australia in 1869 and worked on many farms in Victoria for 25 years. They provide a unique and authentic commentary on life in rural Australia during one of the major formative eras, and an absorbing introduction to to 'old Joe,' and the farming practices he brought over from his home country.
A transcript of diaries which were found in the attic of a Cardiganshire farmhouse, having lain undisturbed for over 70 years. They provide a fascinating insight in to the life of Joseph Jenkins, who emigrated to Australia in 1869 and worked on many farms in Victoria for 25 years. They provide a unique and authentic commentary on life in rural Australia during one of the major formative eras, and an absorbing introduction to to 'old Joe,' and the farming practices he brought over from his home country.
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59051
| Author | Evans (William), Editor. |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 59051 |
| ISBN | 0333175557 / 0333175557. |
| Book Description | Slight spotting to edges. Good-plus in faded and marked dust-wrapper. |
| Book Cover | Hardcover |
| Published Date | 1975 |
| Publisher | Macmillan Company of Australia. |
| Place | Melbourne, Australia. |