Earl Grey And The Australian Colonies 1846-1857: A Study Of Self-Government And Self-Interest
Earl Grey And The Australian Colonies 1846-1857: A Study Of Self-Government And Self-Interest
Author: John M. Ward
Binding: Hardback
Published: Melbourne University Press, 1958
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
This scholarly work, Earl Grey And The Australian Colonies 1846-1857: A Study Of Self-Government And Self-Interest, chronicles a pivotal era in Australian colonial history. It meticulously details the complex interplay between British imperial policy, particularly under Earl Grey's administration, and the burgeoning aspirations for self-governance within the Australian colonies. The text uncovers the political machinations and economic motivations that shaped the development of colonial autonomy during this transformative period. It argues that the pursuit of self-interest, both by the imperial power and the colonial elites, significantly influenced the trajectory of constitutional reform. This authoritative study presents an essential analysis for understanding the foundations of modern Australian political identity.
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Author: John M. Ward
Binding: Hardback
Published: Melbourne University Press, 1958
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
This scholarly work, Earl Grey And The Australian Colonies 1846-1857: A Study Of Self-Government And Self-Interest, chronicles a pivotal era in Australian colonial history. It meticulously details the complex interplay between British imperial policy, particularly under Earl Grey's administration, and the burgeoning aspirations for self-governance within the Australian colonies. The text uncovers the political machinations and economic motivations that shaped the development of colonial autonomy during this transformative period. It argues that the pursuit of self-interest, both by the imperial power and the colonial elites, significantly influenced the trajectory of constitutional reform. This authoritative study presents an essential analysis for understanding the foundations of modern Australian political identity.
