The Ghan: The Story Of The Alice Springs Railway
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
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The Ghan: The Story Of The Alice Springs Railway chronicles the ambitious construction and enduring legacy of one of Australia's most iconic rail lines. This historical account details the challenges and triumphs faced in connecting Adelaide to Alice Springs, a monumental engineering feat across vast, unforgiving landscapes. Basil Fuller's narrative presents a vivid picture of the pioneering spirit that drove the railway's development, from its early days to its modern incarnation. It illustrates the profound impact the Ghan had on the development of the Australian outback, transforming remote communities and facilitating trade and travel. Readers will find a compelling and meticulously researched history that captures the romance and rugged reality of Australian railway heritage.
Author: Basil Fuller
Format: Paperback
Published: 2003, New Holland Publishers
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
The Ghan: The Story Of The Alice Springs Railway chronicles the ambitious construction and enduring legacy of one of Australia's most iconic rail lines. This historical account details the challenges and triumphs faced in connecting Adelaide to Alice Springs, a monumental engineering feat across vast, unforgiving landscapes. Basil Fuller's narrative presents a vivid picture of the pioneering spirit that drove the railway's development, from its early days to its modern incarnation. It illustrates the profound impact the Ghan had on the development of the Australian outback, transforming remote communities and facilitating trade and travel. Readers will find a compelling and meticulously researched history that captures the romance and rugged reality of Australian railway heritage.