In A Dark Glass: The Story Of Paul Edmund Strzelecki
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: H. M. E. Heney
Binding: Hardback
Published: ANGUS & ROBERTSON, 1961
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This biographical work chronicles the extraordinary life of Sir Paul Edmund Strzelecki, a Polish explorer and scientist whose contributions to Australian geography and geology were immense. The narrative details his arduous expeditions across uncharted territories, including his ascent of Mount Kosciuszko, and his significant scientific discoveries. It presents a compelling portrait of a pioneering spirit driven by an insatiable curiosity and a dedication to scientific inquiry, offering readers a deep understanding of 19th-century exploration and its impact on the mapping of new lands. The book also illuminates Strzelecki's humanitarian efforts during the Great Famine in Ireland, showcasing his multifaceted legacy beyond his geographical achievements.
Author: H. M. E. Heney
Binding: Hardback
Published: ANGUS & ROBERTSON, 1961
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This biographical work chronicles the extraordinary life of Sir Paul Edmund Strzelecki, a Polish explorer and scientist whose contributions to Australian geography and geology were immense. The narrative details his arduous expeditions across uncharted territories, including his ascent of Mount Kosciuszko, and his significant scientific discoveries. It presents a compelling portrait of a pioneering spirit driven by an insatiable curiosity and a dedication to scientific inquiry, offering readers a deep understanding of 19th-century exploration and its impact on the mapping of new lands. The book also illuminates Strzelecki's humanitarian efforts during the Great Famine in Ireland, showcasing his multifaceted legacy beyond his geographical achievements.