Naval education -- Junior officer -- Gentleman farmer -- Mercenary -- Captain of the Ariadne -- Captain of the Europe -- Secret agent -- Pioneer -- Philosopher -- Commander -- Governor -- Society gentleman -- Inspector -- Final years
Summary
As a captain in the Georgian navy Arthur Phillip's integrity, intelligence and persistence made him perfectly suited to the role that history and circumstance presented to him in 1788, but landing the First Fleet at Botany Bay was only one of many achievements in a captivating life
Analysis
Australian
Notes
Formerly CIP. Uk
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 276-334) and index
Notes
Also issued online
Shortlisted, Australian history, Prime Minister's Literary Awards, 2014