This book is a detailed account of the early years of British colonization in Australia. Written by John Hunter, the second governor of New South Wales, it covers the period from 1790 to 1794 and provides a fascinating glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of the early settlement. Hunter's lively and detailed writing style makes this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Australia. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.