Settler Sovereignty: Jurisdiction and Indigenous People in America and Australia, 1788–1836 (Harvard Historical Studies)

The book "Modern Settler Sovereignty" by Lisa Ford is a groundbreaking study that sheds light on the emergence of modern settler sovereignty in North America and Australia during the early nineteenth century.

Through a comparative analysis of everyday contests between settlers and indigenous people, Ford reveals how notions of statehood, sovereignty, empire, and civilization were in rapid flux during this period.

The book provides a comprehensive understanding of the historical context that led to the rejection of legal pluralism and the rise of settler sovereignty.

With its focus on the similarities and differences between the two societies, "Modern Settler Sovereignty" offers a unique perspective on Australian attitudes towards the law and their historical roots.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex history of settler colonization and its ongoing impact on indigenous peoples today.