This narrative offers readers a firsthand account of a voyage to New South Wales and Van Dieman's Land aboard the ship Skelton in the year 1820. Along with observations on the state of these colonies, the author provides readers with a variety of information useful to emigrants during this time period. With vivid descriptions and a lively narrative, this book offers readers a unique perspective on life in the colonies during the early 19th century.

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