Terra Australis

Name: Terra Australis
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781921922404
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By Matthew Finders

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Terra Australis by Matthew Finders explores the intriguing exploration and mapping of Australia during the Age of Discovery. As a historical account, it delves into the maritime adventures, challenges faced by early navigators, and the impact of these expeditions on the indigenous populations and European understanding of the Southern Hemisphere. The book provides insight into both the strategic significance and the curiosity that drove explorers to uncover the mysteries of this vast new land.
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If you're fascinated by the exploration and mapping of uncharted territories, you may enjoy this historical narrative that traces the daring adventures and naval expeditions in the quest to understand the lands down under. Its rich historical context and gripping tales of navigational bravery could appeal to those interested in how early explorers shaped the modern world.

Terra Australis

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"The vast interior of this new continent was wrapped in total obscurity; and excited, perhaps on that very account, full as much curiosity as did the forms of the shores."

First published in two volumes in 1814, this is the enthralling account of the circumnavigation of Australia, by the man who gave our country its name. Edited and introduced by Tim Flannery, Terra Australis is a vital step toward a new understanding of our own history.

Flinders tells of meeting and communicating with Aborigines, of the scrub and wilderness. His descriptions of the difficulties that he and his sailors faced still bristle with energy and immediacy two hundred years later. This is Flinders' story in his own words, neglected until now, but destined to be eagerly read by all ages.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921922404

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 April 2012

Country: Australia

Imprint: Text Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 224g

Pages: 282

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Australian & Pacific History History & Military Matthew Finders Non-Fiction Penguin Books

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