The History Of Wonnangatta Station
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Wallace Malcolm Mortimer
Binding: Paperback
Published: Spectrum Publictions, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Slight yellowing on cover.
This compelling work of Australian history meticulously chronicles the tumultuous and often tragic saga of Wonnangatta Station, a remote cattle property nestled in the Victorian Alps. Wallace Malcolm Mortimer uncovers the station's origins, its pioneering families, and the harsh realities of high-country life, including the devastating bushfires and the isolation that shaped its inhabitants. The narrative culminates in a detailed examination of the infamous unsolved murders that occurred there in the early 20th century, a mystery that continues to captivate and puzzle. Mortimer presents a vivid portrait of a unique landscape and the enduring human spirit against a backdrop of both natural beauty and profound darkness, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of true crime and regional Australian heritage.
Author: Wallace Malcolm Mortimer
Binding: Paperback
Published: Spectrum Publictions, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Slight yellowing on cover.
This compelling work of Australian history meticulously chronicles the tumultuous and often tragic saga of Wonnangatta Station, a remote cattle property nestled in the Victorian Alps. Wallace Malcolm Mortimer uncovers the station's origins, its pioneering families, and the harsh realities of high-country life, including the devastating bushfires and the isolation that shaped its inhabitants. The narrative culminates in a detailed examination of the infamous unsolved murders that occurred there in the early 20th century, a mystery that continues to captivate and puzzle. Mortimer presents a vivid portrait of a unique landscape and the enduring human spirit against a backdrop of both natural beauty and profound darkness, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of true crime and regional Australian heritage.