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"First Impressions" chronicles Britain's discovery of Australia, beginning with early European exploration of the Pacific. It highlights the pivotal voyage of the Endeavour, led by Captain Cook, and its impact on British scientific thought and colonial ambitions. The book explores the contributions of Joseph Banks and other scientists and artists who documented Australia's unique flora and fauna. It details the establishment of the first penal colony in New South Wales and the challenges faced by early settlers. Follow maritime explorations that shaped our understanding of the continent. Discover scientific forays of botanists like George Caley and Alan Cunningham. It covers Matthew Flinders' circumnavigation. The book closes with a glimpse into the colony's development and its shift towards self-governance.
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