My Australian Girlhood: Sketches and Impressions of Bush Life is a memoir written by Australian author Rosa Praed, also known as Mrs. Campbell Praed. The book was originally published in 1902 and recounts Praed's experiences growing up in the Australian bush during the late 19th century.The memoir is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Praed's childhood. She describes the natural beauty of the Australian landscape, including the flora and fauna that she encountered on a daily basis. Praed also delves into the social and cultural aspects of bush life, including the relationships between settlers and indigenous Australians, as well as the challenges of isolation and distance from major cities.Throughout the book, Praed reflects on her own personal growth and development as she navigates the challenges of growing up in a remote and unfamiliar environment. She also provides insight into the lives and experiences of other bush settlers, including her family members and neighbors.Overall, My Australian Girlhood offers a unique and intimate glimpse into the daily life of an Australian bush girl during the late 19th century. Praed's vivid descriptions and personal reflections make this memoir a valuable historical and cultural document.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.