Benevolent Colonizers in Nineteenth-Century Australia

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Focusing on British Quaker families in early nineteenth-century Australia, the book explores their dual role in settler colonialism and humanitarian efforts. It examines how their pacifist ideals coexisted with the violence experienced on the frontier, particularly in Tasmania and South Australia. Through personal narratives and writings, the author analyzes the complexities of their lives, highlighting the tensions between their humanitarian commitments and the impact of their actions on Aboriginal communities. Each chapter offers a unique historical perspective, enriching the understanding of this era.