Francis Birtles

Name: Francis Birtles
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780733628672
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Australian Adventurer

By Warren Brown

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In Francis Birtles by Warren Brown, the story unfolds the adventurous life of Francis Birtles, an Australian pioneer motorist and adventurer. The book delves into his early life, incredible journeys across Australia and beyond, and his significant contributions to exploration and motoring history. Filled with determination and courage, his story invites readers into the era of early motor travel, highlighting his impactful adventures.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by stories of daring exploration and adventure. It delves into the extraordinary life of a pioneering Australian adventurer, capturing his bold journeys and the impact they had on the fields of exploration and motor vehicle travel. This captivating biography is perfect for those who admire tales of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.

Francis Birtles

This is the colourful story of FRANCIS BIRTLES, a fascinating individual who led a life of incredible adventure and exploration in Australia and throughout the world.

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A narrative account of the life and times of one of Australia's most extraordinary adventurers—a man who crossed Australia more than 70 times in the early part of the 20th century—by bicycle and car.

In 1927, he achieved the greatest motoring feat of the times, driving a car from London to Melbourne. This story follows his exploits across scorching Arabic deserts, through steamy Indian jungles, and mountain snowstorms.

In between these journeys, he made a collection of documentaries and films of his encounters with the outback. He documented his exploration of Australia in his book, BATTLEFRONTS OF OUTBACK. He eventually travelled to the Northern Territory in search of gold and retired a wealthy man.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733628672

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 October 2012

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hachette Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 550g

Pages: 400

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Australian & Pacific History Biography & Memoir History & Military Non-Fiction Political Biographies Travel & Adventure Warren Brown

About the Author

Warren Brown is well known as a cartoonist for the Daily Telegraph, and has had regular programs on ABC radio and TV. He writes on Australian war history, and is the regular MC at the ANZAC Day ceremonies at Gallipoli. He is also passionately interested in, and involved with, the restoration of and all things to do with vintage motor vehicles.

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