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Reminiscences of Queensland, 1862-1869

By William Henry Corfield
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The author recounts his emigration as a young man and decades of life on Queensland's pastoral frontier, narrating a prolonged sea voyage, arrival in settlement, and work managing shepherds, cattle and wool transport. He recalls station routines and dangers, struggles with animal disease and difficult travel, interactions with Indigenous people and other settlers, and everyday practical lessons such as bullock driving and drafting. The memoir offers episodic anecdotes and practical details that together evoke the isolation, hazards, and evolving social and economic life of early rural settlement.

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William Henry Corfield

William Henry Corfield was an English author and early settler in Australia, known for his vivid accounts of life in Queensland during the 1860s. His notable work, "Reminiscences of Queensland, 1862-1869," provides a personal perspective on the challenges and experiences faced by pioneers in the region. Through his writing, Corfield captures the spirit of exploration and the complexities of colonial life, contributing to the historical narrative of Australia during a transformative period. His reflections offer valuable insights into the social and cultural landscape of Queensland in the 19th century.

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