French Exploration Of Australia: With Special Reference To Tasmania

French Exploration Of Australia: With Special Reference To Tasmania

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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.


Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner

This historical account chronicles the significant contributions of French navigators and scientists to the early mapping and understanding of the Australian continent. Focusing intently on Tasmania, it uncovers the intricate details of their voyages, scientific observations, and interactions with the indigenous populations. The narrative presents a meticulous examination of primary sources, illustrating the motivations and challenges faced by these pioneering expeditions. It argues for the profound impact of French endeavors on the colonial history and geographical knowledge of the region. Readers gain a comprehensive perspective on a crucial, often overlooked, chapter in Australia's European discovery, meticulously researched and presented.

Author: L.A. Triebel And J.C. Batt
Format: Hardback
Published: 1957, Tasmanian Government Printer, Hobart

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Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner

This historical account chronicles the significant contributions of French navigators and scientists to the early mapping and understanding of the Australian continent. Focusing intently on Tasmania, it uncovers the intricate details of their voyages, scientific observations, and interactions with the indigenous populations. The narrative presents a meticulous examination of primary sources, illustrating the motivations and challenges faced by these pioneering expeditions. It argues for the profound impact of French endeavors on the colonial history and geographical knowledge of the region. Readers gain a comprehensive perspective on a crucial, often overlooked, chapter in Australia's European discovery, meticulously researched and presented.