Shipwrecks of Australia's West Coast
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Author: M. McCarthy
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 304
The earliest sightings of Australia by Europeans was of the West Coast, and from as early as 1622 British, Dutch, Portuguese and American ships have run foul of the treacherous waters along that coast line. The fascinating accounts of these shipwrecks include stories of murder and mutiny, of gold, silver and pieces-of-eight, of heroic rescues and lonely strandings, and of wartime tragedy. As well there are stories of some the earliest interactions between the Aboriginal peoples and Europeans. Of equal interest are the remarkable stories of the searches, discoveries, research and conservation work that has gone into the uncovering of these shipwrecks, and the recovery of this important aspect of Australia's history.
Author: M. McCarthy
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 304
The earliest sightings of Australia by Europeans was of the West Coast, and from as early as 1622 British, Dutch, Portuguese and American ships have run foul of the treacherous waters along that coast line. The fascinating accounts of these shipwrecks include stories of murder and mutiny, of gold, silver and pieces-of-eight, of heroic rescues and lonely strandings, and of wartime tragedy. As well there are stories of some the earliest interactions between the Aboriginal peoples and Europeans. Of equal interest are the remarkable stories of the searches, discoveries, research and conservation work that has gone into the uncovering of these shipwrecks, and the recovery of this important aspect of Australia's history.
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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.
Author: M. McCarthy
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 304
The earliest sightings of Australia by Europeans was of the West Coast, and from as early as 1622 British, Dutch, Portuguese and American ships have run foul of the treacherous waters along that coast line. The fascinating accounts of these shipwrecks include stories of murder and mutiny, of gold, silver and pieces-of-eight, of heroic rescues and lonely strandings, and of wartime tragedy. As well there are stories of some the earliest interactions between the Aboriginal peoples and Europeans. Of equal interest are the remarkable stories of the searches, discoveries, research and conservation work that has gone into the uncovering of these shipwrecks, and the recovery of this important aspect of Australia's history.
Author: M. McCarthy
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 304
The earliest sightings of Australia by Europeans was of the West Coast, and from as early as 1622 British, Dutch, Portuguese and American ships have run foul of the treacherous waters along that coast line. The fascinating accounts of these shipwrecks include stories of murder and mutiny, of gold, silver and pieces-of-eight, of heroic rescues and lonely strandings, and of wartime tragedy. As well there are stories of some the earliest interactions between the Aboriginal peoples and Europeans. Of equal interest are the remarkable stories of the searches, discoveries, research and conservation work that has gone into the uncovering of these shipwrecks, and the recovery of this important aspect of Australia's history.
Shipwrecks of Australia's West Coast
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