Richard Flanagan: “The most significant colonial history since THE FATAL SHORE.”Van Diemen’s Land is a new, groundbreaking history of the settlement of Tasmania. James Boyce’s book is filled with new facts and new ideas about one of the most dramatic episodes in the history of British colonialism. Combining environmental insights with an unrivalled grasp of the politics of the frontier, it will change the way scholars and the general public alike view Australian colonial history.First Edition HARDCOVER Signed by Author (inscription), prev ownership gift inscription. pp. 388 Aboriginal interest #0617(Please note: Over standard weight. Orders may incur additional postage charges. We will contact you prior to processing order to request your approval or contact us to confirm postage cost.)