""Australia And Its Gold Fields"" is a historical book written by Edward Hammond Hargraves in 1855. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of the Australian colonies from their earliest times up to the present day. It focuses on the discovery of gold in the region and its impact on the economy, society, and politics of the colonies. Hargraves, who is credited with the discovery of gold in Australia, provides a firsthand account of the gold rush and its effects on the colonies. The book also includes a detailed description of the geography, climate, and natural resources of the region. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Australia and the impact of the gold rush on its development.With A Particular Account Of The Recent Gold Discoveries, And Observations On The Present Aspect Of The Land Question. To Which Are Added Notices On The Use And Working Of Gold In Ancient And Modern Times, And An Examination Of The Theories As To The Sources Of Gold.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.