May 20 1902 (1 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This meticulously researched book examines the origins of the Murray River Royal Commission taking a wide view of the development of water rights in the nation. Essential reading for anyone interested in the legal, social, and economic history of water usage in Australia, the book compellingly details river rights in Australia from the founding of New South Wales and Victoria, to the complex administration and legal frameworks that we see today. The author makes clear the intricate social and political factors that brought about the Commission, which was charged with adjudicating water disputes between the colonies of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia. Through incisive analysis of official correspondence and historical documents, the book offers valuable insights into various perspectives on water usage during this transformative period. The book will be of utmost interest to students of colonial legal history, Australian politics, and the history of federalism in Australia. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…