Behind The Picture: H.M.S. Rattlesnake's Australia New Guinea Cruise 1846 To 1850
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: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Light foxing on block, some staining on pages. On Jacket wear mainly on jacket folds.
This historical account chronicles the pivotal voyage of the H.M.S. Rattlesnake, detailing its significant explorations of Australia and New Guinea between 1846 and 1850. It uncovers the challenges and discoveries faced by the crew during this ambitious maritime expedition, presenting a vivid picture of 19th-century naval life and scientific endeavor. The narrative illustrates the intricate mapping of uncharted territories and the encounters with indigenous cultures, offering a comprehensive look at a crucial period in colonial expansion. This meticulously researched work provides an authoritative perspective on the scientific and geographical contributions of the Rattlesnake's journey.
Author: Marnie Bassett
Format: Hardback
Published: 1966, Oxford University Press
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Light foxing on block, some staining on pages. On Jacket wear mainly on jacket folds.
This historical account chronicles the pivotal voyage of the H.M.S. Rattlesnake, detailing its significant explorations of Australia and New Guinea between 1846 and 1850. It uncovers the challenges and discoveries faced by the crew during this ambitious maritime expedition, presenting a vivid picture of 19th-century naval life and scientific endeavor. The narrative illustrates the intricate mapping of uncharted territories and the encounters with indigenous cultures, offering a comprehensive look at a crucial period in colonial expansion. This meticulously researched work provides an authoritative perspective on the scientific and geographical contributions of the Rattlesnake's journey.