My Own Destroyer: A Biography Of Capt. Matthew Flinders R.N.
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: Sidney J. Baker
Binding: Hardback
Published: Currawong Publishing Co., 1962
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor fading to spine.
This biographical work chronicles the tumultuous life of Captain Matthew Flinders R.N., a pivotal figure in maritime exploration. The narrative uncovers the intricate details of his voyages and his significant contributions to the mapping of Australia, while simultaneously presenting the personal struggles and self-destructive tendencies that shadowed his remarkable career. Baker's meticulous research illustrates the challenges faced by early navigators and the profound impact of their expeditions on global geography. The book details the triumphs and tribulations of a man whose ambition and drive were matched only by his inner turmoil, offering a compelling portrait of a complex historical figure in My Own Destroyer: A Biography Of Capt. Matthew Flinders R.N.
Author: Sidney J. Baker
Binding: Hardback
Published: Currawong Publishing Co., 1962
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor fading to spine.
This biographical work chronicles the tumultuous life of Captain Matthew Flinders R.N., a pivotal figure in maritime exploration. The narrative uncovers the intricate details of his voyages and his significant contributions to the mapping of Australia, while simultaneously presenting the personal struggles and self-destructive tendencies that shadowed his remarkable career. Baker's meticulous research illustrates the challenges faced by early navigators and the profound impact of their expeditions on global geography. The book details the triumphs and tribulations of a man whose ambition and drive were matched only by his inner turmoil, offering a compelling portrait of a complex historical figure in My Own Destroyer: A Biography Of Capt. Matthew Flinders R.N.