John Thomas Bigge's 'Report on the Judicial Establishments of New South Wales' offers a comprehensive analysis of the legal system in the early 19th century Australian colony. Written in a meticulous and detailed style, the book provides valuable insights into the workings of the judicial system, including the impact of British colonial laws on the local population. Bigge's writing is scholarly and authoritative, reflecting his background as a British colonial administrator tasked with investigating the governance of New South Wales. The report sheds light on the challenges faced by the legal establishment in a burgeoning colony and offers recommendations for improvement. As one of the most significant documents on the legal history of New South Wales, this book is essential reading for scholars of Australian colonial history and legal studies. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of early colonial governance and the development of legal institutions in a new and unfamiliar land.