Frank Hurley In Papua: Photographs Of The 1920-1923 Expeditions (SIGNED)
Frank Hurley In Papua: Photographs Of The 1920-1923 Expeditions (SIGNED)

Frank Hurley In Papua: Photographs Of The 1920-1923 Expeditions (SIGNED)

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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: Jim Specht And John Fields
Binding: Hardback
Published: Robert Brown & Associates, Bathurst, 1984

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Signed
Condition remarks: Cloth in good condition. Light foxing on prelims. Clean and bright copy.

This compelling volume chronicles the groundbreaking photographic work of Frank Hurley during his pivotal expeditions to Papua between 1920 and 1923. It presents a remarkable visual record, illustrating the diverse landscapes, indigenous cultures, and challenging environments encountered by Hurley. The collection details a significant period of early 20th-century exploration, offering an unparalleled glimpse into a remote and often unseen world. Through its stunning imagery, Frank Hurley In Papua: Photographs Of The 1920-1923 Expeditions uncovers the historical and anthropological significance of these pioneering journeys, making it an essential addition for enthusiasts of photography, history, and Oceania.

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Description

Author: Jim Specht And John Fields
Binding: Hardback
Published: Robert Brown & Associates, Bathurst, 1984

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Signed
Condition remarks: Cloth in good condition. Light foxing on prelims. Clean and bright copy.

This compelling volume chronicles the groundbreaking photographic work of Frank Hurley during his pivotal expeditions to Papua between 1920 and 1923. It presents a remarkable visual record, illustrating the diverse landscapes, indigenous cultures, and challenging environments encountered by Hurley. The collection details a significant period of early 20th-century exploration, offering an unparalleled glimpse into a remote and often unseen world. Through its stunning imagery, Frank Hurley In Papua: Photographs Of The 1920-1923 Expeditions uncovers the historical and anthropological significance of these pioneering journeys, making it an essential addition for enthusiasts of photography, history, and Oceania.