The Journey Of Burke And Wills
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This gripping work of historical non-fiction chronicles one of the most dramatic and ill-fated expeditions in Australian history — the 1860–61 Burke and Wills journey to cross the continent from south to north. The Journey of Burke and Wills details the ambitious yet catastrophically mismanaged venture led by Robert O'Hara Burke and William John Wills, who set out from Melbourne with a large party of men, camels, and supplies in a race to be the first to traverse the vast Australian interior. The narrative uncovers the fatal combination of poor leadership, logistical failures, and brutal outback conditions that ultimately claimed the lives of Burke, Wills, and fellow explorer Charles Gray. Written with a tone that balances historical authority with genuine suspense, the account illustrates how ambition and national pride can override sound judgment, turning a celebrated mission into a cautionary tale. It remains a compelling portrait of human endurance, hubris, and the unforgiving nature of the Australian wilderness.
Author: Max Colwell
Format: Hardback
Published: 1961, Lansdowne, Melbourne
Genre: Australian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This gripping work of historical non-fiction chronicles one of the most dramatic and ill-fated expeditions in Australian history — the 1860–61 Burke and Wills journey to cross the continent from south to north. The Journey of Burke and Wills details the ambitious yet catastrophically mismanaged venture led by Robert O'Hara Burke and William John Wills, who set out from Melbourne with a large party of men, camels, and supplies in a race to be the first to traverse the vast Australian interior. The narrative uncovers the fatal combination of poor leadership, logistical failures, and brutal outback conditions that ultimately claimed the lives of Burke, Wills, and fellow explorer Charles Gray. Written with a tone that balances historical authority with genuine suspense, the account illustrates how ambition and national pride can override sound judgment, turning a celebrated mission into a cautionary tale. It remains a compelling portrait of human endurance, hubris, and the unforgiving nature of the Australian wilderness.