1923 3vol The Building Of Australia by Walter Howchin Antique History Book Set

The set is organised chronologically, moving from the earliest formations of the earth's crust through the Mesozoic and Cainozoic eras, and into the more recent Pleistocene period. Howchin combines clear scientific explanation with detailed observational evidence, supported by numerous illustrations, photographic plates, and diagrams that bring clarity to complex geological structures and fossil records. Of particular note is the regional focus on South Australia, where local formations, fossil discoveries, and stratigraphic sequences are used to illuminate broader continental patterns, making the work both a national study and a detailed regional reference.

This complete three-volume set, printed in Adelaide by the Government Printer between 1923 and 1930, represents an important contribution to Australian scientific literature and remains a significant reference in the history of geology and natural science in Australia. Its original format as individual parts, each with illustrations, adds to its bibliographic interest, while surviving complete sets are increasingly scarce. It would particularly appeal to collectors of Australian scientific works, geology enthusiasts, and those interested in early studies of Australia's natural history and environmental formation."