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WORKS ON EMIGRATION
RECENTLY PUBLISHED BY
SMITH, ELDER, AND CO. CORNHILL.
RECONNOITERING VOYAGES AND TRAVELS.
With Adventures in the New Colonies of South Australia; a particular description of the Town of Adelaide and Kangaroo Island; and an Account of the present state of Sydney, and parts adjacent, including Visits to the Nicobar and other Islands of the Indian Seas, Calcutta, the Cape of Good Hope, and St. Helena.
By W. H. LEIGH, Esq.
In 1 vol. 8vo. embellished with numerous Engravings of the Natives of South Australia, &c. Price 10s. 6d. cloth.
"This is not only a very entertaining volume, but it contains also much practical information. The writer is a plain narrator of facts which came under his own immediate observation."--Sunday Times.
"No greater service can be rendered to persons about to emigrate to Australia than to peruse the valuable information this volume contains respecting the actual condition and feelings of those already located in that part of the world."--Sun.
"Mr. Leigh appears to be a candid and impartial writer, and his statement is a narrative of facts, not the theory of a visionary speculator. The work is more than amusing; and we can recommend it as containing much excellent advice to such as have an intention of emigrating."--Era.
AN HISTORICAL AND STATISTICAL ACCOUNT OF NEW SOUTH WALES;
Both as a Penal Settlement and as a British Colony.
By J. DUNMORE LANG, D. D.
Senior Minister of the Scots Church, and Principal of the Australian College, Sydney.
Second Edition, with numerous additions, bringing down the History of the Colony to the present Period, in 2 vols, small 8vo. with Map, 21s. bds.
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WORKS ON EMIGRATION RECENTLY PUBLISHED
THE HISTORY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA,
Including particulars descriptive of its Soil, Climate, Natural Productions, Aboriginal Inhabitants, &c. and proofs of its superiority to all other British Colonies; embracing also a full Account of the South Australian Company: with Hints to various Classes of Emigrants, and numerous Letters from Settlers concerning Wages, Provisions, their satisfaction with the Colony, &c.
By JOHN STEPHENS.
Second Edition, in 1 vol. 8vo. illustrated by Maps and Drawings, price 8s. in cloth boards.
"A second edition of a work full of valuable practical details, and indispensable to the emigrant who selects South Australia as the scene of his expatriation."--Atlas.
"In short, it is the book which every one ought to see before deciding on going out to South Australia, or whether he has decided on going out or not."--Christian Advocate.
NEW ZEALAND.
The Present State, Resources, and Prospects of New Zealand.
By EDWARD CAMPBELL.
Small 8vo. stitched. Price One Shilling.
SIX YEARS' RESIDENCE IN THE AUSTRALIAN PROVINCES ENDING IN 1839,
Containing the History, Trade, Population, Extent, Resources, &c. &c. of New South Wales, Van Diemen's Land, South Australia and Port Phillip, together with an Account of New Zealand, with their capabilities for Colonization.
By W. MANN, Esq.
Demy 12mo. Illustrated by a Map of Australia, New Zealand, &c. price 12s. bound in cloth.
"We question very much whether this is not the most useful and trustworthy volume of any that has yet appeared, and is of especial value at this time, when the tide of emigration flows so rapidly in the direction of these provinces."--Old England.
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BY SMITH, ELDER AND CO. CORNHILL.
In 2 vols. 8vo., price 28s., illustrated with a large Map of Australia, by Arrowsmith, Charts, Fossils, Landscapes, and beautifully Coloured Plates of Birds, &c.
A NARRATIVE of TWO EXPEDITIONS into the INTERIOR of SOUTHERN AUSTRALIA,
Made by order of Government during the years 1828-29-30 and 1831; with Observations on the Soil, Climate, and general Resources of the Colony of New South Wales; a description of the country that was explored, and of the several streams that were discovered, including the Darling, the Murray, and the Lindesay: also, an Account of the singular Aboriginal Inhabitants, interspersed with numerous interesting Anecdotes; the whole replete with most valuable and general information.
By CAPTAIN CHARLES STURT, 39th Regiment, F. L. S. and F. R. G. S.
"The fullest account yet furnished of Australia is that given by Captain Sturt, the perusal of whose highly interesting volumes we most strenuously recommend."--Scotsman.
"The plates, in these elegant and entertaining volumes, are very spirited and characteristic; the invaluable map of Australia is accurately engraved; the work should be in every body's hands who has the least interest in these colonies."--Atlas.
TWENTY YEARS EXPERIENCE IN AUSTRALIA;
Being the evidence of Disinterested and Respectable Residents and Travellers in those Colonies, as to their Present State and Future Prospects; the whole demonstrating the Superior and Extraordinary Advantages of Emigration to New South Wales, alike to Men of Capital and the Labouring Classes.
Demy 12mo. price 1s.
HISTORY OF THE ISLAND OF VAN DIEMEN'S LAND;
To which are added, a Few Words on PRISON DISCIPLINE.
Demy 12mo. Price 5s. boards.
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WORKS ON EMIGRATION RECENTLY PUBLISHED
THE PRESENT STATE OF AUSTRALIA.
A Description of the Country; its Advantages and Prospects with reference to Emigration; and a particular Account of the Manners, Customs, and Condition of its Aboriginal Inhabitants.
By ROBERT DAWSON, Esq.
Late Chief Agent of the Australian Agricultural Company.
In 1 vol. demy 8vo. price 14s. boards.
"This is an important work on a very important question. The author's advice to emigrants ought to be read by every one contemplating a trip to a remote colony, from whence they may not have the power easily to retreat. The most valuable portion of Mr. Dawson's volume is unquestionably the mass of practical information it affords to all persons contemplating emigration."--New Monthly Magazine.
THE FRIEND OF AUSTRALIA;
Containing Observations on the immense benefits of Emigration, of forming New Settlements, and the importance of elucidating the Geography of Australia; treating at length of its mysterious Interior, with Plans for Exploring and Surveying the same with safety; Plans and Methods of forming Tanks and Reservoirs as practised in India, recommended, and illustrated with Woodcuts, &c.
By an OFFICER in the East India Company's Service.
Second Edition, in 1 vol. demy 8vo. illustrated with a Map of Australia, and 5 coloured Plates, price 16s. boards.
"This work contains much valuable information respecting the social, moral, and physical condition of Australia. The author's suggestions for colonization, &c. are for the most part worthy the attention of the legislature."--Observer.
A VOICE FROM THE BUSH IN AUSTRALIA;
Shewing its present State, Advantages, and Capabilities. In a Series of Letters from a Settler in New South Wales. Price. 1s.
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BY SMITH, ELDER AND CO. CORNHILL.
THE CONDITION AND CAPABILITIES OF VAN DIEMEN'S LAND, AS A PLACE OF EMIGRATION;
Being the Practical Experience of Nearly Ten Years' Residence in that Colony.
By JOHN DIXON.
Small 8vo. Price 2s. sewed.
A COMPLETE ACCOUNT OF VAN DIEMEN'S LAND;
Giving a General History of the Colony, its Commerce, Agriculture, Inhabitants, State of Society, Public Institutions, Schools, &c. Presenting the utmost possible Information regarding the Colony, with the most judicious and valuable Advice to Emigrants. Price 4s, boards.
Compiled from the Van Diemen's Land Almanack.
VAN DIEMEN'S LAND.
THE JOURNAL OF A VOYAGE FROM CALCUTTA,
Through the Straits of Sunda, to Van Diemen's Land; comprising a Description of that Colony during a Six Months' Residence.
From Original Letters, selected by Mrs. A. PRINSEP. Illustrated by a Map. Foolscap 8vo. price 3s. bound in cloth.
"The most important part of the work is the account of the fast-rising colony of Van Diemen's Land. It has almost made us feel inclined to go out and settle there. The whole work affords very pleasant reading."--Metropolitan.
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WORKS ON EMIGRATION RECENTLY PUBLISHED
FOR THE LABOURING CLASSES.
OBSERVATIONS ON THE ADVANTAGES OF EMIGRATION TO NEW SOUTH WALES,
For the Information of the Labouring Classes in the United Kingdom. Comprising valuable Extracts from the Minutes of Evidence taken before a Committee of the Council at Sydney; also, the Report of the Chief Justice to his Excellency; with other authentic and useful information, just received from that Colony. Price 6d.
USEFUL HINTS RELATING TO EMIGRANTS AND EMIGRATION;
Embracing Observations and Facts intended to display the real advantages of New South Wales, as a sphere for the successful exercise of Industry; and to supply such Information as may be found useful in leading the Emigrant to run the least possible risk of failure before turning his Industry or Capital to profitable account.
By the Rev. HENRY CARMICHAEL, A. M.
Resident in Sydney.
With an Appendix, besides numerous corrections and additions to the original text; embodying in the whole, a large amount of information, calculated to be of essential service to the intending Emigrant from Great Britain or Ireland, to the Colony of New South Wales.
Third Edition, 12mo. Price 1s. 6d.
NEW ZEALAND IN 1839:
Or Four Letters to the Right Hon. Earl Durham, Governor of the New Zealand Land Company, &c. &c. on the Colonization of that Island, and on the present Condition and Prospects of its Native Inhabitants.
By JOHN DUNMORE LANG, D. D.
Principal of the Australian College, and Senior Minister of the Church of Scotland in New South Wales.
In demy 8vo. price 3s. 6d. sewed.
"To persons who may have formed an idea of betaking themselves to this new asylum, we earnestly recommend Dr. Lang's book, entitled 'New Zealand in 1839,'--a seasonable, authentic, and highly useful pamphlet."--Times.
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BY SMITH, ELDER AND CO. CORNHILL.
JOURNAL OF A RECENT VISIT TO THE VINEYARDS OF SPAIN AND FRANCE:
Forming a Guide to the Profitable Culture of the Vine in New South Wales; and to the Manufacture of the various Wines of Australia to rival those of France, Spain, and Portugal. Also, A GUIDE TO THE SUCCESSFUL CULTURE OF THE OLIVE, with Useful Remarks on the Preparation of Raisins, Figs, Almonds, and other dried Fruits, with an Estimate of their Profits as articles of Merchandise.
By JAMES BUSBY, Esq. of New South Wales.
Third Edition, 12mo. Price 4s.
THE TROPICAL AGRICULTURIST;
A Practical Treatise on the Cultivation and Management of various Productions suited to Tropical Climates, and capable of advantageous production in our Colonies, &c.
By GEORGE RICHARDSON PORTER.
In demy 8vo. with 45 Botanical Plates, price 21s.
"This valuable volume opens to colonial residents such a mine of hitherto concealed wealth, that every proprietor, emigrant, or person interested in the success of an emigrant friend, ought to procure a copy as their surest guide to fortune."--London Review.
"This is really one of the most valuable works that has issued from the press for many years. Every friend to our inestimable Colonies should purchase and disseminate Mr. Porter's Work, that the Colonists of New South Wales and Southern Africa, may learn how to enrich their delighful countries by the Tropical Agriculturist."-- London Gazette.
By the same Author,
THE NATURE AND PROPERTIES OF THE SUGAR CANE;
With Practical Directions for the Improvement of its Culture, and the Manufacture of its Products.
With Plates, price 15s.
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WORKS PUBLISHED BY SMITH, ELDER AND CO.
THE EMIGRANT AND TRAVELLER'S GUIDE TO AND THROUGH CANADA,
By way of the River St. Lawrence, as well as by way of the United States; with some friendly Advice on Embarkation; the detailed Cost of Travelling on each Route, and other useful Information to Settlers.
By JOHN MURRAY. Price 1s. 6d.
"This will be found a useful unpretending little volume. Mr. Murray has himself seen the country he describes, and speaks of expenses, routes, wages, distances, &c. from actual experience. To the emigrant to Canada the book is invaluable; for, from his embarkation to the time of settling it never leaves him. It shows the difference of money in England and America; the best and most economical modes of travelling; the productions of the country; and describes with clearness the remarkable places through which the traveller passes."--True Sun.
TOWN OF ADELAIDE,
in South Australia. A View of the Country, and of the Temporary Erections near the Site of the
TOWN OF ADELAIDE,
In South Australia; forming the First of a series of Views of that Colony.
By COLONEL WILLIAM LIGHT,
Surveyor-General of the Province of South Australia.
Price 7s. coloured as a Drawing.
AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND.
PLAIN TRUTHS TOLD BY A TRAVELLER, regarding our various Settlements in Australia and New Zealand, shewing things as they really are, and as they ought to be, particularly in Sydney, Perth, Parramatta, Freemantle, the Swan River, the Canning, the Murray, the Darling, King George's Sound, and in Van Diemen's Land. The whole drawn up for the guidance of Emigrants to these settlements.
By J. PITTS JOHNSON, Esq.
"Nothing extenuate, nor aught set down in malice."
Small 8vo. price 1s. 6d. sewed.
* * * All other Works on the subject of EMIGRATION constantly kept on sale.
STEWART AND MURRAY, OLD BAILEY.
