The Calvert Scientific Exploring Expedition: Australia, 1896 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

J. G. Hill

9781330361085: The Calvert Scientific Exploring Expedition: Australia, 1896 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 1330361083 ISBN 13: 9781330361085

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Australian exploration, and it was acknowledged that nothing had been left undone which could, humanly speaking, have been done to carry the enterprise to a triumphant conclusion. The news of the safe arrival of the main body of the expedition at the Fitzroy River, Western Australia, after a series of forced night marches through what is described as the worst country in Greater Britain, was received with enthusiasm, and then for many weary months the heart of Australia palpitated with hopes and fears, until the announcement of the discovery of the bodies of the dead explorers put an end to the nation's suspense.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2019
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1330361083
ISBN 13: 9781330361085
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 58

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The Calvert Scientific Exploring Expedition: Australia, 1896 (Classic Reprint)

J. G. Hill

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ISBN 10: 1330361083 ISBN 13: 9781330361085

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the gripping story of the Calvert Scientific Exploring Expedition, a remarkable attempt to map the remaining uncharted areas of Australia in the late 19th century. The expedition, meticulously equipped and led by experienced explorers, set out with the noble goal of uncovering the secrets of the vast and unforgiving Australian interior. However, the journey soon descended into a harrowing struggle for survival against the harsh desert environment. The book recounts the expedition's arduous trek, its encounters with treacherous terrain and hostile native tribes, and the tragic loss of two members of the team. The author meticulously documents the desperate search efforts that followed, highlighting the bravery, determination, and resourcefulness of those involved in the rescue mission. The book delves into the complex relationship between explorers and the indigenous people of the land, revealing both moments of cooperation and tragic instances of conflict. The book offers a powerful glimpse into the history of Australian exploration, underscoring the dangers and sacrifices that accompanied the relentless drive to map and understand this vast and enigmatic continent. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330361085_0

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