Six One-Act Plays - Couverture souple

H L Cumpston, J

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 937459451X ISBN 13 : 9789374594513

Editeur : Alpha Editions, 2025

Synopsis

A lone figure stands at the edge of an uncharted river, surveying the vast silence of the Australian interior-his compass steady, his future uncertain. The pulse of a continent's discovery thrums through these pages, capturing the relentless courage and meticulous skill that shaped the mapping of colonial Australia. Within this classic australian biography book, readers are drawn into the exhilarating world of nineteenth century australia, where peril and promise walked hand in hand and every new horizon held the possibility of rewriting history. Through a vivid historical exploration narrative, the book delves into the life and legacy of one of the most pivotal figures in australian exploration history. His journeys across rugged landscapes, from tangled bushland to arid plains, transformed the art of surveying and mapping, laying the groundwork for generations to come. The narrative does not merely recount feats of endurance; it illuminates the complexities of colonial ambition, the intricate relationships with Indigenous communities, and the fierce determination that set this explorer apart from contemporaries such as Charles Sturt. For those with a passion for nonfiction explorer history or a keen interest in the evolution of New South Wales colonial frontiers, this work stands as both a stirring account and a vital academic research resource. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. With meticulous attention to historical detail and a narrative that brings to life the spirit of discovery, this volume offers history enthusiasts and classic-collection buyers alike an enduring window into the forging of a nation. Whether sought for scholarly insight or personal fascination, it remains a testament to the indomitable will that charted the unknown and forever altered the story of Australia's explorers.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Alpha Editions
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 937459451X
• ISBN 13: 9789374594513
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 274
• Coordonnées du fabricant: EDITIONS GALLIMARD; ufficio.anagrafiche@meli.it; ; Via Verdi, 8.; Assago Milano; 20090; Italie