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2018-07-03
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Saltbush
Sydney to Croydon (Northern Queensland)
An Interesting Account of a Journey to the Gulf Country with a Member of Parliament
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"Sydney to Croydon (Northern Queensland)" by Saltbush is a travel account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles a journey taken by the author and a friend from Sydney to the goldfields of Croydon, providing vivid descriptions of the locations, people, and experiences along the way. The narrative touches upon the landscapes, the modes of transport, and the social atmosphere surrounding the burgeoning gold mining industry in Northern Queensland. The opening of "Sydney to Croydon" details the author’s preparations and beginnings of the journey as they set off from Sydney in response to a friend's invitation to explore the Croydon goldfield. They travel by steamer to Newcastle, then by train through picturesque towns and challenging landscapes, engaging with various characters along the way. The author offers humorous anecdotes and lively observations about their fellow travelers and the scenery, painting a picture of the vibrant travel culture during this period. The stage is set for an adventure filled with the promise of discovery and the allure of gold in the unexplored territories of Queensland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 47.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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New South Wales -- Description and travel
Queensland -- Description and travel
Gold mines and mining -- Australia -- Croydon (Qld.)
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Category: Adventure
Category: Travel Writing
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