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“Farming implements are as cheap in Sydney as in England.”

Quote by Charles Sturt

Book:Two expeditions into the interior of southern Australia during ... 1828, 1829, 1830 and 1831: with observations on New South Wales

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Two expeditions into the interior of southern Australia during ... 1828, 1829, 1830 and 1831: with observations on New South Wales

The volume recounts the author's experiences and findings from multiple expeditions across the vast and diverse regions of southern Australia and New South Wales. It offers insights into the geography, flora, fauna, and indigenous cultures of the area, providing a historical account of exploration and discovery. more

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Charles Sturt, born on April 28, 1795, and died on June 16, 1869, was a British explorer, geographer, and surveyor. He is renowned for his explorations and surveys of the Australian interior. more

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