The Journey Of Burke And Wills
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: Max Colwell
Binding: Hardback
Published: Paul Hamlyn, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical account chronicles the ill-fated 1860-1861 Burke and Wills expedition, a pivotal yet tragic chapter in Australian exploration. It meticulously details the ambitious journey across the continent, from Melbourne to the Gulf of Carpentaria, and the subsequent desperate struggle for survival. The narrative uncovers the complex personalities of the leaders, the logistical challenges they faced, and the critical decisions that ultimately led to disaster. Readers will find a gripping and authoritative presentation of human endurance, ambition, and the unforgiving nature of the Australian outback, making The Journey Of Burke And Wills an essential read for enthusiasts of historical non-fiction.
Author: Max Colwell
Binding: Hardback
Published: Paul Hamlyn, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical account chronicles the ill-fated 1860-1861 Burke and Wills expedition, a pivotal yet tragic chapter in Australian exploration. It meticulously details the ambitious journey across the continent, from Melbourne to the Gulf of Carpentaria, and the subsequent desperate struggle for survival. The narrative uncovers the complex personalities of the leaders, the logistical challenges they faced, and the critical decisions that ultimately led to disaster. Readers will find a gripping and authoritative presentation of human endurance, ambition, and the unforgiving nature of the Australian outback, making The Journey Of Burke And Wills an essential read for enthusiasts of historical non-fiction.