Colonists Copper And Corn In The Colony Of South Australia 1850-51 (SIGNED)

Author: E.M. Yelland
Binding: Hardback
Published: Melbourne, Hawthorn Press, 1983

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Signed
Condition remarks: Minor dint in top left cover.

This academic text by S. B. Gilland meticulously chronicles the early economic development of the Colony of South Australia. It details the foundational role of agricultural pursuits, particularly corn cultivation, alongside the significant impact of copper mining on the nascent colony’s prosperity. The work presents a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and successes faced by the early colonists in establishing a sustainable economy. It is an essential resource for scholars of Australian history and economic development, offering deep insights into the formative years of the region.