E. O. G. (Edward Owen Giblin) Shann
Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
'An Economic History of Australia' provides a comprehensive and influential overview of the economic evolution of the Australian continent from the early days of British settlement through the first decades of the twentieth century. Edward Owen Giblin Shann examines the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the Australian environment, focusing on the development of primary industries such as wool, wheat, and gold.The work delves into the complexities of land settlement, the growth of transportation networks, and the shifting dynamics of labor and capital in a burgeoning colonial society. Shann masterfully traces the transition from a collection of penal colonies to a unified federation, highlighting the impact of government policy, international trade, and the pioneering spirit on the nation’s prosperity. This seminal text remains a vital resource for understanding the historical underpinnings of Australia’s modern economy, offering detailed insights into the fiscal and social forces that shaped the Australian identity.Readers will find a rigorous analysis of how the search for economic stability influenced political movements and social structures, making 'An Economic History of Australia' an essential read for scholars of economic history and those interested in the foundational years of the Australian nation.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.
