The history of New South Wales, from its first discovery to the present time : comprising an accurate and interesting description of that vast and remarkable country; and of the persons, manners, and customs of the natives; with a succinct detail of the establishment and progress of the English colony; including every important particular relative to the situation and conduct of the convicts : to which is added a description of Van Diemen's Land and Norfolk Island, with reflections on the importance of the southern continent / compiled from the best and most recent authorities by a literary gentleman. Illustrated with a map and elegant engravings.