"Five-Head" Creek; and Fish Drugging in the Pacific 1901

Language: EnglishPublished: February 18, 2008

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Sea stories Short stories Adventure stories, Australian Pacific Area Social life and customs Fiction

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Culture/Civilization/Society Fiction Literature

Authors:

Becke, Louis
1855 - 1913

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About this book

In the early 20th century, as colonial expansion reshaped the Pacific landscape, Louis Becke's "Five-Head" Creek; and Fish Drugging in the Pacific offers a vivid exploration of environmental practices and indigenous interactions. This compelling narrative reveals the controversial methods of fish drugging, a practice that raises questions about sustainability and ethics. Becke's firsthand experiences managing a cattle run in North Queensland provide a unique lens through which readers can examine the complexities of colonial life and resource exploitation. Ideal for historians and civic activists, this document challenges us to reflect on our relationship with nature and the consequences of our actions. Dive into this rich tapestry of history and gain insights into a pivotal era of ecological awareness.