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Insights from the Hawdon Letters: Colonial Life in NSW, Part 3, 1833-1837

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This blog post explores letters from John Hawdon and others, preserved at the State Library of NSW from 1828 to 1837, which provide insights into colonial life in New South Wales. They highlight themes of isolation, communication challenges, economic struggles, and attitudes toward gender and Indigenous populations, alongside Hawdon's farming experiences and family connections.

Source: Knowledge Commons (Lakehead University)

DOI: 10.17613/105pc-fb031

Author: Willis, Ian

Language: English

Topic: Australian History and Society

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7106684072

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