The Journal Of John Sweatman: A Nineteenth Century Surveying Voyage In North Australia And Torres Strait
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 Allen; Peter Corris (eds)
Binding: Hardback
Published: University of Queensland Press, 1977
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Worn boards. Rubbing on edges. Bumping on corners. Internally sound.
The Journal Of John Sweatman chronicles a pivotal 19th-century surveying expedition through the challenging landscapes of North Australia and the treacherous waters of the Torres Strait. This historical account presents Sweatman's meticulous observations, detailing the geographical features, indigenous cultures encountered, and the arduous realities of maritime exploration during that era. It uncovers the scientific and logistical complexities inherent in charting uncharted territories, offering a unique window into colonial-era cartography and natural history. The narrative illustrates the perseverance required for such ambitious undertakings, providing an invaluable primary source for understanding the region's past. This compelling work argues for the significance of early scientific voyages in shaping our knowledge of the world.
Author: Jim Allen; Peter Corris (eds)
Binding: Hardback
Published: University of Queensland Press, 1977
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Worn boards. Rubbing on edges. Bumping on corners. Internally sound.
The Journal Of John Sweatman chronicles a pivotal 19th-century surveying expedition through the challenging landscapes of North Australia and the treacherous waters of the Torres Strait. This historical account presents Sweatman's meticulous observations, detailing the geographical features, indigenous cultures encountered, and the arduous realities of maritime exploration during that era. It uncovers the scientific and logistical complexities inherent in charting uncharted territories, offering a unique window into colonial-era cartography and natural history. The narrative illustrates the perseverance required for such ambitious undertakings, providing an invaluable primary source for understanding the region's past. This compelling work argues for the significance of early scientific voyages in shaping our knowledge of the world.