Edward M. Curr and the Tide of History

Edward M. Curr (1820-89) was a pastoralist, horse trader, stock inspector, Aboriginal administrator, author and ethnologist. A prominent figure in the history of the Colony of Victoria, he rose to a senior position in the public service and authored several influential books and essays. He is best r...

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Main Author: Furphy, Samuel (auth)
Format: Book Chapter
Published: Canberra ANU Press 2013
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